PTCB Practice Exam Multiple Choice Questions And Answers
With Complete Solutions 2021 Latest
Which of the following medications is exempt from the Poison Prevention Packaging Act requirement
for child-resistant containers?
A. Nitroglycerin sustained release capsules
B. Potassium chloride
C. Isosorbide
D. Cholestyramine powderCorrect Answer: D. Cholestyramine powder
Which of the following vital information should be readily retrievable from an inpatient medication
profile?
A. Home address and phone number
B. Previous admissions
C. Relevant laboratory values
D. Insurance informationCorrect Answer: C. Relevant laboratory values
Antineoplastic medications should be prepared in which type of hood?
A. Positive pressure
B. Horizontal
C. Laminar
D. BiologicalCorrect Answer: D. Biological
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. Finial history
D. Personal history.Correct Answer: A. Satisfaction and outcome.
,Which is the smallest volume, in milliliters, that can be accurately measured using a 1.0 mL tuberculin
syringe?
A. 0.05
B. 0.1
C. 0.2
D. 0.5Correct Answer: A. 0.05
The correct strength of sodium chloride in normal saline IV bags is:
A. 0.45%
B. 0.9%
C. 9.0%
D. 23.4%Correct Answer: B. 0.9%
When it is necessary to recap a needle, which of the following is correct?
A. Needles should never be recapped under any circumstances.
B. Two hands should be used for recapping needles to ensure stability.
C. The "one-hand scoop" method of recapping is safer than using two hands.
D. All used needles should be recapped before being placed in a sharps container.Correct Answer: C. The
"one-hand scoop" method of recapping is safer than using two hands.
Treximet is a combination tablet for treating migraines that contains sumatriptan and which other
medication?
A. Naproxen
B. Ibuprofen
C. Acetaminophen
D. DiclofenacCorrect Answer: A. Naproxen
The best reference for obtaining storage requirements for a particular drug is the:
A. Physician's' Desk Reference
B. Merck Index
, C. Drug Facts and Comparisons
D. USP-NFCorrect Answer: D. USP-NF
If a toxic or caustic material comes in contact with the skin or eyes, the immediate response is to:
A. Lie down and elevate the affected area.
B. Call 911 and place an ice bag on the affected area until medical personnel arrive.
C. Wash the area thoroughly with an antibacterial soap and warm water.
D. Flush the affected area with large volumes of cold water.Correct Answer: D. Flush the affected area
with large volumes of cold water.
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 TylenolCorrect Answer: A. Age
Which of the following medication pairs makes safe use of tall man letters?
A. alpraZOLAM, loraZEPAM
B. ALPRAZolam, LORazepam
C. ALprazoLAM, LORazePAM
D. alprazolAM, lorazepAMCorrect Answer: B. ALPRAZolam, LORazepam
How many bottles of humulin R insulin would be dispensed for a 90 day supply if the prescription states
"Inject 10 units SC every morning, 8 units SC at lunch, and 12 units SC at bedtime"?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 5Correct Answer: 3
With Complete Solutions 2021 Latest
Which of the following medications is exempt from the Poison Prevention Packaging Act requirement
for child-resistant containers?
A. Nitroglycerin sustained release capsules
B. Potassium chloride
C. Isosorbide
D. Cholestyramine powderCorrect Answer: D. Cholestyramine powder
Which of the following vital information should be readily retrievable from an inpatient medication
profile?
A. Home address and phone number
B. Previous admissions
C. Relevant laboratory values
D. Insurance informationCorrect Answer: C. Relevant laboratory values
Antineoplastic medications should be prepared in which type of hood?
A. Positive pressure
B. Horizontal
C. Laminar
D. BiologicalCorrect Answer: D. Biological
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. Finial history
D. Personal history.Correct Answer: A. Satisfaction and outcome.
,Which is the smallest volume, in milliliters, that can be accurately measured using a 1.0 mL tuberculin
syringe?
A. 0.05
B. 0.1
C. 0.2
D. 0.5Correct Answer: A. 0.05
The correct strength of sodium chloride in normal saline IV bags is:
A. 0.45%
B. 0.9%
C. 9.0%
D. 23.4%Correct Answer: B. 0.9%
When it is necessary to recap a needle, which of the following is correct?
A. Needles should never be recapped under any circumstances.
B. Two hands should be used for recapping needles to ensure stability.
C. The "one-hand scoop" method of recapping is safer than using two hands.
D. All used needles should be recapped before being placed in a sharps container.Correct Answer: C. The
"one-hand scoop" method of recapping is safer than using two hands.
Treximet is a combination tablet for treating migraines that contains sumatriptan and which other
medication?
A. Naproxen
B. Ibuprofen
C. Acetaminophen
D. DiclofenacCorrect Answer: A. Naproxen
The best reference for obtaining storage requirements for a particular drug is the:
A. Physician's' Desk Reference
B. Merck Index
, C. Drug Facts and Comparisons
D. USP-NFCorrect Answer: D. USP-NF
If a toxic or caustic material comes in contact with the skin or eyes, the immediate response is to:
A. Lie down and elevate the affected area.
B. Call 911 and place an ice bag on the affected area until medical personnel arrive.
C. Wash the area thoroughly with an antibacterial soap and warm water.
D. Flush the affected area with large volumes of cold water.Correct Answer: D. Flush the affected area
with large volumes of cold water.
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 TylenolCorrect Answer: A. Age
Which of the following medication pairs makes safe use of tall man letters?
A. alpraZOLAM, loraZEPAM
B. ALPRAZolam, LORazepam
C. ALprazoLAM, LORazePAM
D. alprazolAM, lorazepAMCorrect Answer: B. ALPRAZolam, LORazepam
How many bottles of humulin R insulin would be dispensed for a 90 day supply if the prescription states
"Inject 10 units SC every morning, 8 units SC at lunch, and 12 units SC at bedtime"?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 5Correct Answer: 3
