TSA Pharmacy Practice Test

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• Which of the following medications is used as an antidepressant?
• What is the infusion rate in gtts/min for D51/2NS 1000 mL over 16 hrs with a drop factor of 13 gtts/mL?
• In case of an adverse drug event, what should be the first step taken by a pharmacy professional?
• What is the role of a pharmacy technician during medication dispensing?
• What term is used to define a medication that kills or stops the growth of bacteria in the body?
• Which of these tasks is not typically performed by a pharmacist?
• Which of the following is a common side effect of antihistamines?
• How does the lack of cultural competence negatively impact a pharmacy practice?
• What should be the first step before filling a prescription?
• What is the proper technique for cleaning a laminar flow hood?
• What is the role of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)?
• What standard was established to ensure sterile compounding practices within pharmacies?
• What system is used to track drug usage and related reports in a pharmacy?
• Which of the following is a common route of medication administration?
• What does ‘NPO’ mean in a medical context?
• Which of the following medications is exempt from the Poison Prevention Packaging Act?
• What is the significance of patient education regarding drug storage?
• A health maintenance organization (HMO) requires patients to specify what?
• An order was written for 5 grams of a medication to be dispensed, how should this be written?
• If a patient seeks assistance in finding an OTC medication for allergies, what is the best action for a pharmacy technician?
• What is a key piece of information that must be on a prescription label?
• What must a pharmacy technician manage as part of their responsibilities?
• What is the primary role of a pharmacist in healthcare delivery?
• What is the required medication storage temperature for community pharmacy settings?
• What type of personal protective equipment is a NAS respirator classified as?
• In the context of medications, what is the significance of a 'controlled substance'?
• Of the following needles, which one has the smallest bore, or diameter?
• What class of drug recall is associated with a high likelihood of causing serious adverse reactions or death?
• What is the fee a patient pays when picking up a prescription known as?
• What is an appropriate use for Normal Saline 0.9%?
• Which of the following is NOT a dosage form of medication?
• What is the maximum dispensing quantity for a C-II controlled substance as a norm?
• Which of the following is a common side effect of NSAIDs?
• What role do pharmacy technicians play in the prevention of medication errors?
• To prevent harm, how should sharps or broken glass be disposed of?
• What is a prescription drug monitoring program (PDMP)?
• Which medication is commonly prescribed for depression?
• Which medication is commonly used in the treatment of hypertension?
• What does the abbreviation DUR mean, and which act created this term?
• What is one of the common symptoms managed by endocrinologists?
• The NDC number consists of three sets of digits. What does the first set indicate?
• In terms of medication storage, what condition is vital for patient safety?
• Describe the term “root cause analysis” in incident management.
• What role does a pharmacist play in pharmaceutical care?
• What key information is required on a prescription?
• What is the primary purpose of gloves in a sterile compounding environment?
• Dextrose solutions are commonly used for which purpose?
• What is the term for the process of grinding tablets into a fine powder?
• Where in a pharmacy system are allergies to medications, birthdates, and insurance information indicated?
• What does the term "compounding" refer to in pharmacy practice?
• Why is patient counseling important in pharmacy practice?
• What is the primary purpose of patient counseling?
• What does a drug's "markup" typically refer to in a pharmacy setting?
• What is the name of the government plan that covers military patients?
• Which medication is commonly prescribed for anxiety disorders?
• What is the pharmacist to technician ratio in Idaho?
• What is one important aspect of maintaining controlled substance security?
• How should controlled substances be stored in a pharmacy?
• Why are proper medication storage conditions important?
• What aspect of medication administration does the 'right route' refer to?
• What action should a technician take if there is a discrepancy in medication counts during inventory?
• What does the suffix -itis signify in medical terminology?
• What is a medication error reporting system used for?
• What is a liquid dosage form where the medication is completely dissolved in the solvent?
• What does the abbreviation 'PC' stand for in relation to medication administration?
• Why is it important to check for drug interactions?
• What can be inferred when a drug has the wrong NDC number and the last 2 digits are incorrect?
• Which medication is typically used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
• Which piece of information would not typically appear on a unit dose label?
• Which of the following conditions does the suffix -itis commonly refer to?
• What does HIPAA stand for in the healthcare context?
• What is the primary purpose of non-prescription medications?
• Which agency is primarily responsible for regulating prescription medications in the United States?
• What is the commonly used abbreviation for “before meals”?
• What is the standard recommendation for handwashing duration to prevent infection?
• What is the primary goal of aseptic technique in pharmacy?
• What does a 'black box warning' on a medication indicate?
• Which dosage form is known to mask the taste of medications?
• Which DEA number would be correct for a physician?
• What is a key responsibility of pharmacy technicians in inventory management?
• What is the primary use of Normal Saline 0.9%?
• Which of the following medications is commonly prescribed for insomnia?
• A drug has a dosage of 5 mg/kg body weight. What would be the dose for a man weighing 234 lb?
• What critical information is needed when processing a transfer prescription?
• Which of the following applications is utilized in pharmacy management?
• Which auxiliary label would be appropriate for the sig I-ii gtts ad ud prn?
• What does ‘PRN’ stand for, and what does it indicate?
• Which term refers to a medication's specific form, such as tablet, capsule, or cream?
• What is the typical indication for using the medication loratadine?
• Which of the following routes of administration would bypass the digestive system?
• What is a formulary?
• How many contact hours of continuing education are required every two years for pharmacy tech recertification?
• When there is a conflict between federal and state law, which law should be followed?
• What is the main responsibility of a pharmacist in a pharmacy setting?
• What is the common purpose of auxiliary labels on medication?
• What does the term ‘antibiotic resistance’ refer to?
• What is the name of the leaflet that the FDA requires to be dispensed with every prescription?
• What does ‘PO’ stand for in medication orders?
• What type of insurance is offered by the government to assist patients with low incomes?
• Which is NOT a common route of drug administration?
• What is the most common cleaning agent used within a pharmacy and on a laminar flow hood?
• Cortisporin drops are indicated for which type of administration?
• In which case would a pharmacist most likely recommend a fluoxetine prescription?
• What is an example of a common medication error?
• Which area does an endocrinologist specialize in?
• Identify two common side effects of opioids.
• Which part of Medicare specifically covers prescription drugs?
• In pharmacy practice, what is a primary focus of patient identifiers?
• What is the purpose of an expiration date on medications?
• What are two common adverse drug reactions?
• If a prescription's expiration date is listed as 12/2010, what is the precise expiration date?
• Which professional primarily manages diabetes treatment?
• What role do health systems play in medication safety?
• What is the proper expiration date that should be used when typing a prescription?
• A unit dose medication is which of the following?
• What is the recommended room temperature range for storing medications?
• What are therapeutic equivalents?
• D5NS is an abbreviation for which type of solution?
• Which drug is classified as a schedule III drug according to the Controlled Substances Act?
• Which type of laminar flow hood is recommended for preparing chemotherapy drugs?
• If a patient has questions about side effects, what should the pharmacy technician do?
• What is the purpose of antihypertensive medications?
• For optimal cleanliness, how long should you wash your hands?
• What is the purpose of a NAS respirator?
• What is the maximum number of refills allowed for a prescription of zolpidem?
• What is the cost for 15 g of triamcinolone acetonide 0.125% if the cost for 2 oz is $14.75?
• What is the most common packaging method used in institutional pharmacy settings?
• What is typically included in a prescription medication label?
• Which of the following is a reference book that contains drug manufacturer drug inserts?
• To create a 1:2400 solution from a 1:1000 stock solution, how much of the stock solution is required for 360 mL?
• What is the significance of the FDA in pharmacy?
• What is the primary role of a pharmacist?
• What is the purpose of a drug utilization review (DUR)?
• Which reference book is specifically related to therapeutic equivalencies of drug products?
• What is defined as an adverse drug event (ADE)?
• Which statement best describes the function of a primary care physician in an HMO?
• A patient on the drug glucophage is likely being treated for which condition?
• Which term describes a medication that provides temporary relief of symptoms?
• Which piece of personal protective equipment is donned last before entering a clean room?
• What does the abbreviation “STAT” mean on a prescription?
• What is the correct procedure for ensuring a cleanroom remains sterile?
• What is the approximate pump rate in mm/minute for administering 1000 mL of D51/2NS over 8 hours?
• Which of the following is NOT a route of medication administration?
• How many capsules should be dispensed for the prescription "Amoxil 500 mg i po qid x 7d"?
• If a patient is prescribed "1 tab po bid x 7 days," how many tablets are needed?
• What is the primary function of a pharmacy technician?
• What is typically a pharmacy technician's responsibility regarding recalled medications?
• If the selling price of a drug is $43.29 with a 33% markup and a $7.50 dispensing fee, what is the final cost?
• What are the five rights of medication administration?
• What are the basic components of a prescription?
• What is the role of a pharmacist in medication therapy management (MTM)?
• How would you express a solution containing 150 mg of drug in 1000 mL of solution in percentage?
• In a pharmacy setting, what does the term 'NDC' stand for?
• In pharmacy practice, what does 'compounding' mean?
• How many 500 mg tablets should be dispensed for a prescription that orders 2.5 g of neomycin sulfate?
• Which medication is typically used in patients with thyroid hormone deficiency?
• Which of the following processes is critical during patient transitions of care?
• What should a pharmacy technician do upon receiving a drug recall notice?
• What information must be included for a valid prescription?
• For which condition is Ambien primarily prescribed?
• Enalapril is classified under which of the following drug classifications?
• Which medication can be bought without a prescription?
• What is the main purpose of a medication reconciliation process?
• What is one role of a pharmacy technician during clinical trials?
• Which liquid measurement unit corresponds to 30 mL?
• Which of the following is considered a primary role of a pharmacy technician?
• A prescription orders 300 mg of carbamazepine, but only 200 mg tablets are available. How many tablets should be dispensed?
• What does the term ‘pharmaceutical care’ refer to?
• Which of the following best defines the term 'adverse drug reaction'?
• Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of NSAIDs?
• If you need to measure 48 mL of liquid, what size graduated cylinder is appropriate?
• Which medication form is typically used for immediate relief of angina?
• Why is it essential to have cultural competence in healthcare communication?
• What does a coordination of benefits ensure?
• Why is cultural competence important in pharmacy practice?
• Explain the term ‘bioequivalence’.
• How many doses should be filled if a new patient order is received at 2 PM but the cart exchange is not until 10 AM the next day?
• Why are patient identifiers significant in pharmacy practice?
• What does PBM stand for in pharmacy practice?
• Which of the following is NOT a method for sending in a new prescription from the doctor?
• What is the role of the United States Pharmacopeia (USP)?
• Who is authorized to call in a new prescription?
• In a pharmacy, what does "bid" in a prescription mean?
• Which of the following describes a formulary?