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Question #:1
Adispensing erroris defined as a discrepancy between a prescription and the medication that is:
Requested by the patient.
On the plan formulary.
Supplied by the wholesaler.
Received by the patient.
Answer: D
Explanation
Comprehensive and Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Adispensing erroroccurs when a pharmacy provides amedication that differs from the prescribed order.This
may involvewrong drug, dose, form, or incorrect labeling.
#Explanation of Answer Choices:#D. Received by the patient#Correct.Adispensing error is an error in what
the patient actually receives, not what they request.#A. Requested by the patient# Incorrect.A patient request
does not determine dispensing errors.#B. On the plan formulary# Incorrect.Formulary status affects insurance,
not dispensing accuracy.#C. Supplied by the wholesaler# Incorrect.Errors in supply do not qualify as
dispensing errors.
#Reference:
ISMP Guidelines on Medication Errors
PTCB Medication Safety Guidelines
Question #:2
According to theFDA,heparin strength per total volumeshould be the primary and prominent expression on
the manufacturer’s label, followed by the:
Percentage weight per volume
Volume per total strength
Strength per mL enclosed in parentheses
mL per dose enclosed in parentheses
Answer: C
Explanation
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Comprehensive and Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
To preventheparin dosing errors, theFDA requires labeling to display:
Strength per total volume (e.g., 10,000 units/10 mL)
Strength per mL in parentheses (e.g., 1,000 units/mL)
#Explanation of Answer Choices:#C. Strength per mL enclosed in parentheses#Correct.#A. Percentage
weight per volume# Incorrect.Heparin is not measured this way.#B. Volume per total strength# Incorrect.
Reverse order of required labeling.#D. mL per dose enclosed in parentheses# Incorrect.Dosing varies by
prescription.
#Reference:
FDA Heparin Labeling Guidelines
Question #:3
Exposure tocarbon dioxidecan reduce a medication’s:
Stability
Interactions
Bioequivalence
Diversion
Answer: A
Explanation
Carbon dioxide exposure can cause oxidation and degradation of certain medications, reducing
theirstability and effectiveness.
#Reference:USP Drug Storage and Stability Guidelines.
Question #:4
According to theDEA, medications in all fivecontrolled substance schedules:
Have the potential for abuse.
Contain products with hydrocodone.
Have indications approved by the FDA.
Must be verified with the insurance.
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Answer: A
Explanation
Controlled substances (Schedules I–V) are classified by the DEA based on their potential for abuse,
medical use, and dependence risk.
Schedule I (highest risk, no medical use):Heroin, LSD, Ecstasy.
Schedule II (high abuse potential, medical use):Oxycodone, Morphine, Fentanyl.
Schedule III (moderate abuse potential):Codeine combinations, Ketamine.
Schedule IV (low abuse potential):Alprazolam, Zolpidem.
Schedule V (lowest risk):Cough syrups with low doses of codeine.
Why Other Options Are Incorrect:
B. All contain hydrocodone?#OnlySchedule II and IIImay contain hydrocodone.
C. FDA-approved indications?#Schedule I drugs haveno FDA-approved medical use.
D. Insurance verification?#Not all controlled drugs require insurance verification.
#Reference:DEA Controlled Substance Act, PTCB Controlled Substances Guide.
Question #:5
An order for furosemide 120 mg IV STAT will be dispensed using furosemide 40 mg/2 ml. What volume, in
ml of the stock injection will be required to deliver the requested dose?
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Answer: C
Explanation
To determine the required volume in milliliters (mL) to administer 120 mg of furosemide using a stock
concentration of 40 mg/2 mL, follow these steps:
Ordered dose =120 mg
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Stock concentration =40 mg per 2 mL
Step 1: Identify Given ValuesStep 2: Set Up a ProportionUse the formula:
Volume required (mL)=(Ordered dose (mg)Stock concentration (mg/mL))\text{Volume required (mL)} = \left
( \frac{\text{Ordered dose (mg)}}{\text{Stock concentration (mg/mL)}} \right)Volume required (mL)=
(Stock concentration (mg/mL)Ordered dose (mg))
First, determine the concentration inmg per mL:
40 mg2 mL=20 mg/mL\frac{40 \text{ mg}}{2 \text{ mL}} = 20 \text{ mg/mL}2 mL40 mg=20 mg/mL
Now, calculate the required volume:
120 mg20 mg/mL=6 mL\frac{120 \text{ mg}}{20 \text{ mg/mL}} = 6 \text{ mL}20 mg/mL120 mg=6 mL
Thus, the correct answer is6 mL.
Final Answer: C. 6 mLPharmacy Technician References:
PTCB PTCE Exam Content Outline (Medication Order Interpretation & Dosage Calculations)
USP Guidelines for Sterile Compounding
Mosby’s Pharmacy Technician Exam Review
American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Pharmacy Technician Guide
Question #:6
What is the w/w percentage strength of a zinc oxide ointment compounded by mixing 4.5 g of zinc oxide
powder with enough ointment to obtain 30 g of final product?
0.25%
10%
15%
17.5%
Answer: C
Explanation
To determine theweight/weight (w/w) percentage strength, use the formula:
\text{w/w % strength} = \left( \frac{\text{Mass of Active Ingredient (g)}}{\text{Total Mass of Final Product
(g)}} \right) \times 100
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Mass of zinc oxide (active ingredient) = 4.5 g
Total mass of final ointment = 30 g
\text{w/w % strength} = \left( \frac{4.5}{30} \right) \times 100 =0.15×100= 0.15 \times 100=0.15×100 =15%
= 15\%=15%
(A) 0.25%#Incorrect – This is too low.
(B) 10%#Incorrect – This would be true if 3 g of zinc oxide were used in 30 g total.
(C) 15%#Correct – The calculation confirms this answer.
(D) 17.5%#Incorrect – This would be true if 5.25 g of zinc oxide were used in 30 g total.
Pharmaceutical Calculations, 15th Edition– Howard C. Ansel
The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Chapter – Compounding Non-Sterile Preparations
PTCB Exam Content Outline – Pharmaceutical Calculations
Analysis of Answer Choices:References for Pharmacy Technicians:
Question #:7
Levetiracetam is a(n):
Antibiotic
Antihyperglycemic
Anticonvulsant
Antihypertensive
Answer: C
Explanation
Comprehensive and Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Levetiracetam (Keppra)is classified as ananticonvulsantused to treatseizures (epilepsy).It works by stabilizing
electrical activity in the brain.
#Explanation of Answer Choices:#C. Anticonvulsant#Correct. Levetiracetam is indicated forpartial-onset,
myoclonic, and tonic-clonic seizures.#A. Antibiotic# Incorrect. Levetiracetam does not treat bacterial
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infections.#B. Antihyperglycemic# Incorrect. Antihyperglycemics lowerblood sugar(e.g., metformin,
glipizide).#D.Antihypertensive# Incorrect. Antihypertensives lowerblood pressure(e.g., amlodipine,
lisinopril).
#Reference:
PTCB Exam: Pharmacology for Technicians
FDA Approved Drug Database (Levetiracetam)
Question #:8
According to theDrug Enforcement Administration (DEA), prescriptions forcontrolled substancesmust
include the:
Patient’s diagnosis
Date of issue
Refill date
Medication’s Schedule
Answer: B
Explanation
DEA requires allcontrolled substance prescriptionsto include thedate of issueas per21 CFR 1306.05(a).
Other required elements:
Patient’s full name and address
Drug name, strength, dosage form, quantity
Directions for use
Prescriber’s name, address,DEA number, and signature
#Reference:DEA Controlled Substance Act;21 CFR 1306.05.
Question #:9
The oral liquid formulation of which of the following medications must be stored in the refrigerator?
Gabapentin
Sertraline
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Answer: D
Explanation
Risperidone (Risperdal oral solution)is anatypical antipsychoticused to treatschizophrenia, bipolar
disorder, and autism-related irritability.
Itsoral liquid formulationmust be storedin the refrigerator (between 2°C and 8°C or 36°F to 46°F)to
maintain stability.
If left at room temperature for an extended period, theactive ingredients can degrade, reducing the
medication's effectiveness.
Storage Considerations for Other Medications:
Gabapentin (Neurontin liquid formulation):Must be refrigerated.#
Sertraline (Zoloft oral solution):Stored at room temperature.#
Aripiprazole (Abilify liquid formulation):Stored at room temperature.#
#Reference:Manufacturer’s storage guidelines,USP Chapter for compounded sterile preparations.
Question #:10
A prescription calls fornaproxen 250 mg 1-2 tabs b.i.d. #20.At the maximum dose, this prescription should
last for a minimum period of:
5 days
10 days
15 days
20 days
Answer: A
Explanation
Maximum dose: 2 tabs twice daily (4 tabs/day).
20 tabs ÷ 4 per day = 5 days.
#Reference:PTCB Pharmacy Dosage Calculations.
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