PTCB Exam Review guide 2022.
According to the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), abbreviations used during
prescription writing:
A. are no longer acceptable. B. improve entry time. C. are prone to errors. D. facilitate the
prescriber.
Answer✅ - The key (C) is correct because the Institute for Safe Medication Practices has a
list of error-prone abbreviations that should never be used when communicating medical
information because they are frequently misinterpreted and involved in harmful medication
errors. Distractor (A) is incorrect as ISMP does not state that all abbreviations are error
prone. Distractors (B) and (D) are not correct as ISMP's mission relates to medication safety
not reduction in prescription processing times.
The best reference for obtaining storage requirements for a particular drug is the: Answer✅ - ...
A. Physicians' Desk Reference. B. Merck Index. C. Drug Facts and Comparisons. Answer✅ - ...
D. USP-NF Answer✅ - ...
The key (D) is correct because the USP-NF contains drug monographs that include storage
requirements. Distractor (A) provides drug dosage, side effects, and interactions. Distractor (B)
is incorrect because the Merck Manual is a medical textbook. Distractor (C) provides clinical
drug information. Answer✅ - ...
A pharmacy technician must administer 1000 mL of TPN solution at 75 mL/hr. If the set delivers
20 gtt/mL, the flow rate, in gtt/min, will be: Answer✅ - ...
A. 20 B. 25 C.30 D. 35 Answer✅ - ...
The key (B) is correct because if you multiply 75 mL/hr x 20 gtts/mL x 1 hour/60 min you get 25
gtt/min. Answer✅ - ...
Which of the following brand/generic pairs is correct?
A. Decadron/prednisone B. Aleve/ketoprofen C. Premarin/estradiol D. Ativan/lorazepam
Answer✅ - The key (D) is correct because the generic name for Ativan is lorazepam. Distractor
(A) is incorrect because the generic name for Decadron is dexamethasone. Distractor (B) is
incorrect because the generic name for Aleve is naproxen sodium. Distractor (C) is incorrect
because the generic name for Premarin is conjugated estrogen.
,The form used to report theft or significant loss of controlled substances is:
A. DEA 106 B. DEA 222 C. FDA 356 D.FDA 766 Answer
✅ - The key (A) is correct as it is the DEA form used to report theft or loss. The distractors
are incorrect because Distractor (B) is a DEA official order form for narcotics. Distractor (C)
is an FDA application form for new drug. Distractor (D) is an FDA application form for
relabeling.
Before using a laminar flow hood, the interior surfaces should be cleaned with:
A. methyl alcohol.
B. chlorhexidine gluconate.
C. 70% isopropyl alcohol.
D. 70% ethyl alcohol.
Answer✅ - The key (C) is correct because 70% isopropyl alcohol does not have a negative
effect on the acrylic surfaces of the laminar flow hood. Distractors (A), (B), and (D) would
compromise the acrylic surfaces.
The auxiliary label for amoxicillin oral suspension should contain which of the following
instructions?
A. Take with food
B. May cause urine discoloration
C. Shake well
D. May cause drowsiness Answer
✅ - The key (C) is correct because medication that is a suspension must be shaken to distribute
the particles throughout the liquid for an accurate dose of medication. Distractors (A), (B), and
(D) do not apply to an amoxicillin suspension.
An essential component of pharmacy quality assurance programs is to:
A. maintain standards set by the DEA.
B. focus on the individual employee's work performance.
C. get the right drug to the right patient at the right time.
D. provide adequate emergency stock levels Answer
✅ - The key (C) is correct because pharmacy quality assurance programs are put in place to
guarantee the "rights" of pharmacy practice. Although Distractors (A) and (D) may be included
in the program, they are not essential components. Distractor (B) is incorrect because quality
assurance programs are intended to apply to performance of the department rather than
individuals.
Which of the following, when combined with acetaminophen 325 mg, would be a generic
substitute for Tylenol No. 4?
, A. Codeine 15 mg
B. Codeine 60 mg
C. Oxycodone 7.5 mg
D. Oxycodone 10 mg Answer
✅ - The key (B) is correct. Distractor (A) does not come in a combination product. Distractors
(C) and (D) are generic Percocet in two different strengths.
A reverse distributor for pharmaceuticals:
A. distributes pharmaceuticals to hospitals
B. removes and disposes of pharmaceutical waste.
C. transports medications from the manufacturer to the wholesaler.
D. transports medications in an emergency. Answer
✅ - he key (B) is correct as a reverse distributor picks up expired and damaged drugs for
disposal as pharmaceutical waste and does not distribute nor transport drugs for use.
According to ASHP guidelines, a quality improvement program for home care should monitor
the patient's:
A. satisfaction and outcome.
B. physical examinations and laboratory values.
C. financial history
D. personal history. Answer
✅ - The key (A) is correct because patient satisfaction and outcomes would include Distractor
(B), physical examination and laboratory values, and determine the success of home care.
Distractors (C) and (D) do not relate to improved quality of home care at the present time.
Tylenol with codeine liquid is prescribed as "Give 2 teaspoonsful four times daily dispense 120
mL." The patient is a 2-year-old male. What is a possible reason to alert the pharmacist?
A. Age B. Gender C. Quantity of medication
D.Amount of Tylenol Answer
✅ - The key (A) AGE is correct because the daily dose of acetaminophen and codeine are
above the recommended guidelines. Distractors (B) and (C) have no impact to the patient, and
Distractor (D) would be included by choosing
Which of the following is a valid DEA number for Dr. Thomas Jones?
A. AT1234560
B. AJ1234563
C. AJ2345615
D. AT2683517 Answer
✅ - The key (B) is correct because the second letter of a valid DEA number is always the initial
of the prescriber's last name. If a DEA number is valid, the sum of the first, third, and fifth digits
According to the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), abbreviations used during
prescription writing:
A. are no longer acceptable. B. improve entry time. C. are prone to errors. D. facilitate the
prescriber.
Answer✅ - The key (C) is correct because the Institute for Safe Medication Practices has a
list of error-prone abbreviations that should never be used when communicating medical
information because they are frequently misinterpreted and involved in harmful medication
errors. Distractor (A) is incorrect as ISMP does not state that all abbreviations are error
prone. Distractors (B) and (D) are not correct as ISMP's mission relates to medication safety
not reduction in prescription processing times.
The best reference for obtaining storage requirements for a particular drug is the: Answer✅ - ...
A. Physicians' Desk Reference. B. Merck Index. C. Drug Facts and Comparisons. Answer✅ - ...
D. USP-NF Answer✅ - ...
The key (D) is correct because the USP-NF contains drug monographs that include storage
requirements. Distractor (A) provides drug dosage, side effects, and interactions. Distractor (B)
is incorrect because the Merck Manual is a medical textbook. Distractor (C) provides clinical
drug information. Answer✅ - ...
A pharmacy technician must administer 1000 mL of TPN solution at 75 mL/hr. If the set delivers
20 gtt/mL, the flow rate, in gtt/min, will be: Answer✅ - ...
A. 20 B. 25 C.30 D. 35 Answer✅ - ...
The key (B) is correct because if you multiply 75 mL/hr x 20 gtts/mL x 1 hour/60 min you get 25
gtt/min. Answer✅ - ...
Which of the following brand/generic pairs is correct?
A. Decadron/prednisone B. Aleve/ketoprofen C. Premarin/estradiol D. Ativan/lorazepam
Answer✅ - The key (D) is correct because the generic name for Ativan is lorazepam. Distractor
(A) is incorrect because the generic name for Decadron is dexamethasone. Distractor (B) is
incorrect because the generic name for Aleve is naproxen sodium. Distractor (C) is incorrect
because the generic name for Premarin is conjugated estrogen.
,The form used to report theft or significant loss of controlled substances is:
A. DEA 106 B. DEA 222 C. FDA 356 D.FDA 766 Answer
✅ - The key (A) is correct as it is the DEA form used to report theft or loss. The distractors
are incorrect because Distractor (B) is a DEA official order form for narcotics. Distractor (C)
is an FDA application form for new drug. Distractor (D) is an FDA application form for
relabeling.
Before using a laminar flow hood, the interior surfaces should be cleaned with:
A. methyl alcohol.
B. chlorhexidine gluconate.
C. 70% isopropyl alcohol.
D. 70% ethyl alcohol.
Answer✅ - The key (C) is correct because 70% isopropyl alcohol does not have a negative
effect on the acrylic surfaces of the laminar flow hood. Distractors (A), (B), and (D) would
compromise the acrylic surfaces.
The auxiliary label for amoxicillin oral suspension should contain which of the following
instructions?
A. Take with food
B. May cause urine discoloration
C. Shake well
D. May cause drowsiness Answer
✅ - The key (C) is correct because medication that is a suspension must be shaken to distribute
the particles throughout the liquid for an accurate dose of medication. Distractors (A), (B), and
(D) do not apply to an amoxicillin suspension.
An essential component of pharmacy quality assurance programs is to:
A. maintain standards set by the DEA.
B. focus on the individual employee's work performance.
C. get the right drug to the right patient at the right time.
D. provide adequate emergency stock levels Answer
✅ - The key (C) is correct because pharmacy quality assurance programs are put in place to
guarantee the "rights" of pharmacy practice. Although Distractors (A) and (D) may be included
in the program, they are not essential components. Distractor (B) is incorrect because quality
assurance programs are intended to apply to performance of the department rather than
individuals.
Which of the following, when combined with acetaminophen 325 mg, would be a generic
substitute for Tylenol No. 4?
, A. Codeine 15 mg
B. Codeine 60 mg
C. Oxycodone 7.5 mg
D. Oxycodone 10 mg Answer
✅ - The key (B) is correct. Distractor (A) does not come in a combination product. Distractors
(C) and (D) are generic Percocet in two different strengths.
A reverse distributor for pharmaceuticals:
A. distributes pharmaceuticals to hospitals
B. removes and disposes of pharmaceutical waste.
C. transports medications from the manufacturer to the wholesaler.
D. transports medications in an emergency. Answer
✅ - he key (B) is correct as a reverse distributor picks up expired and damaged drugs for
disposal as pharmaceutical waste and does not distribute nor transport drugs for use.
According to ASHP guidelines, a quality improvement program for home care should monitor
the patient's:
A. satisfaction and outcome.
B. physical examinations and laboratory values.
C. financial history
D. personal history. Answer
✅ - The key (A) is correct because patient satisfaction and outcomes would include Distractor
(B), physical examination and laboratory values, and determine the success of home care.
Distractors (C) and (D) do not relate to improved quality of home care at the present time.
Tylenol with codeine liquid is prescribed as "Give 2 teaspoonsful four times daily dispense 120
mL." The patient is a 2-year-old male. What is a possible reason to alert the pharmacist?
A. Age B. Gender C. Quantity of medication
D.Amount of Tylenol Answer
✅ - The key (A) AGE is correct because the daily dose of acetaminophen and codeine are
above the recommended guidelines. Distractors (B) and (C) have no impact to the patient, and
Distractor (D) would be included by choosing
Which of the following is a valid DEA number for Dr. Thomas Jones?
A. AT1234560
B. AJ1234563
C. AJ2345615
D. AT2683517 Answer
✅ - The key (B) is correct because the second letter of a valid DEA number is always the initial
of the prescriber's last name. If a DEA number is valid, the sum of the first, third, and fifth digits
