#9 - Optometry California Laws and Regulations Verified 100%

*Review Acts constituting practice of optometry* - ANSWER .... T/F: Optometrists can prescribe controlled oral analgesics such as codeine combo products (C-III), hydrocodone combo products (C-II) and tramadol (C-IV) - ANSWER False - we can only prescribe C-III (codeine combo products) and should be limited to *THREE DAYS* T/F: Optometrists can prescribe topical hyperosmotics - ANSWER True T/F: Optometrists can treat lacrimal gland, lacrimal drainage system and sclera of patients under 12 years of age - ANSWER False (need to be over 12 yrs) Optometrists who are certified to prescribe and use TPAs must be registed with the ________ ________ ________ to prescribe controlled substances - ANSWER Drug Enforcement Agent What are the 8 required elements of a prescription legally? What element would be useful but not required legally? - ANSWER 1. Patient name (doctor write it) 2. Patient address 3. Date of prescription issue 4. Name of drug/device dispensed 5. Quantity of drug or device dispensed 6. Directions for use 7. Prescriber name, address, telephone number, signature and license classification 8. TPA nmber