PTCB Exam Review|Complete Questions And
Answers Latest Update Graded A+
When working with glass ampules to prepare an IV admixture using aseptic techniques, which type of
needle must be used?
A: Filter
To avoid exceeding the 24hr acetaminophen dose limit of 4g, patients taking Darvocet-N
100mg/650mg should be cautioned not to take more than how many tablets daily?
NARCOTIC/Lesser Drug
4g= 4,000mg
4,000/650 = 6
Double Check (6 x 650= 3,900)
A: 6 Tablets
The most appropriate container size, in ounces for dispensing 240mL of liquid medication bottle is?
1 ounce = 30mL
240mL/30mL = 8mL
A: 8
If a toxic or caustic material comes in contact with the skin or eyes, the immediate response is to...?
A: Flush the affected area with large volume of cold water
What is the brand name for Lorazepam?
A: Ativan
An inject-able drug that needs to be stored in the refrigerator?
A: Clindamycin
B: Ciprofloxacin
C: Calcitonin- Salmon
D:Cyanocobalamin
A: Calcitonin-Salmon
When an order is received in the pharmacy the order invoice must be carefully checked against the?
A: Purchase Order
The best reference for obtaining storage requirements for a particular drug is the?
A: USP-NF
The information contained in the manufacturer's package insert may also be found in the?
A: Physician's Desk Reference
Which of the following vital information should be readily retrievable form an inpatient medication
profile?
A: Relevant laboratory values
, What regulation establishes federal protections for the privacy of protected health information?
A: HIPPA
A prescription reads, "Percodan tablets, dispense 120, take 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as
needed for back pain." The technician should....?
Percodan (Oxycodone/Aspirin): Treats pain. This medicine is a combination of a narcotic and a non-
steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID)
A: Fill the prescription as written.
Coordination of benefits is used when a patient has...?
A: A primary and secondary insurance.
(Coordination of benefits... which insurance can be used 1stly or 2ndly)
Which is a calcium channel blocker?
A: Nitroglycerin
B: Ramipril
C:Atenolol
D: Dilitazem
A: Dilitazem
According to the DEA, all records related to controlled substances must be maintained and be
available for inspection for a minimum of ___ years?
A: 2 years
The form used to report theft or significant loss of controlled substances is?
A: DEA106
An outpatient prescription requires which of the following?
A: Medication lot number
B: Physician's phone number and address
C:Pharmacy's address and phone number
D: Medical Conditions
A: Physician's phone number and adress
Concerning needle capping which is correct?
A: Used insulin needles are small enough that they can be disposed of in regular garbage
B: Used immunization needles should be recapped before being placed in the sharps container
C: Used immunization needles should never be recapped
D: Insulin needs are small enough that they can safely be recapped before being thrown away in the
sharps container
A: Used immunization needles should never be recapped
Anti neoplastic medications should be prepared in what type of hood?
ANTINEOPLASTIC. : inhibiting or preventing the growth and spread of tumors or malignant cells.
Answers Latest Update Graded A+
When working with glass ampules to prepare an IV admixture using aseptic techniques, which type of
needle must be used?
A: Filter
To avoid exceeding the 24hr acetaminophen dose limit of 4g, patients taking Darvocet-N
100mg/650mg should be cautioned not to take more than how many tablets daily?
NARCOTIC/Lesser Drug
4g= 4,000mg
4,000/650 = 6
Double Check (6 x 650= 3,900)
A: 6 Tablets
The most appropriate container size, in ounces for dispensing 240mL of liquid medication bottle is?
1 ounce = 30mL
240mL/30mL = 8mL
A: 8
If a toxic or caustic material comes in contact with the skin or eyes, the immediate response is to...?
A: Flush the affected area with large volume of cold water
What is the brand name for Lorazepam?
A: Ativan
An inject-able drug that needs to be stored in the refrigerator?
A: Clindamycin
B: Ciprofloxacin
C: Calcitonin- Salmon
D:Cyanocobalamin
A: Calcitonin-Salmon
When an order is received in the pharmacy the order invoice must be carefully checked against the?
A: Purchase Order
The best reference for obtaining storage requirements for a particular drug is the?
A: USP-NF
The information contained in the manufacturer's package insert may also be found in the?
A: Physician's Desk Reference
Which of the following vital information should be readily retrievable form an inpatient medication
profile?
A: Relevant laboratory values
, What regulation establishes federal protections for the privacy of protected health information?
A: HIPPA
A prescription reads, "Percodan tablets, dispense 120, take 1 tablet by mouth every 6 hours as
needed for back pain." The technician should....?
Percodan (Oxycodone/Aspirin): Treats pain. This medicine is a combination of a narcotic and a non-
steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID)
A: Fill the prescription as written.
Coordination of benefits is used when a patient has...?
A: A primary and secondary insurance.
(Coordination of benefits... which insurance can be used 1stly or 2ndly)
Which is a calcium channel blocker?
A: Nitroglycerin
B: Ramipril
C:Atenolol
D: Dilitazem
A: Dilitazem
According to the DEA, all records related to controlled substances must be maintained and be
available for inspection for a minimum of ___ years?
A: 2 years
The form used to report theft or significant loss of controlled substances is?
A: DEA106
An outpatient prescription requires which of the following?
A: Medication lot number
B: Physician's phone number and address
C:Pharmacy's address and phone number
D: Medical Conditions
A: Physician's phone number and adress
Concerning needle capping which is correct?
A: Used insulin needles are small enough that they can be disposed of in regular garbage
B: Used immunization needles should be recapped before being placed in the sharps container
C: Used immunization needles should never be recapped
D: Insulin needs are small enough that they can safely be recapped before being thrown away in the
sharps container
A: Used immunization needles should never be recapped
Anti neoplastic medications should be prepared in what type of hood?
ANTINEOPLASTIC. : inhibiting or preventing the growth and spread of tumors or malignant cells.
