SIMULATION Zantac, Tagamet and Pepcid are H2 blockers which are now available over-the-counter (OTC). What are these drugs used for?
Correct Answer:
Used to inhibit stomach acid secretion
Question 162
Upon receipt of a recall notice, a pharmacy technician should first:
Correct Answer: C
Upon receiving a recall notice, thefirststep a pharmacy technician should take is toverify whether the recalled product is present in the pharmacy's inventory. This is critical because: * Product Identification- The pharmacy must determine if it has the affected lot numbers, expiration dates, or specific product variations mentioned in the recall notice. * Patient Safety- If the product is in stock, it must be removed from inventory immediately to prevent accidental dispensing. * Regulatory Compliance- TheFDA, manufacturer, or wholesaleroften provides specific instructions for handling recalled medications, and the pharmacy must comply with those guidelines. * FDA Drug Recall Guidelines- Recalls are classified intoClass I, II, and III, and the process requires inventory verification before further actions. * PTCB PTCE Exam Content Outline- The PTCB exam emphasizes medication safety and regulatory compliance, which includes proper handling of recalls. * The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)- This federal law mandates tracking and traceability of pharmaceutical products, reinforcing the importance of inventory checks during recalls. * Pharmacy Policy & Procedures- Most pharmacies followStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs) where verification of stock is the first step before contacting patients or returning products. Key References:#Why Not the Other Options? * A. Call any affected patients## This step is necessaryafterthe recall is confirmed and documented. If the pharmacy does not have the recalled product, patient notification is unnecessary. * B. Put the recall notice in the inventory technician's box for processing## Delaying action by simply passing the notice alongwithout verifying stockcan lead to patient harm. * D. Send the product back## While returning recalled products is part of the process, itshould only occur after verification and proper documentation.
Question 163
SIMULATION Ephedrine does not treat ___.
Correct Answer:
COPD
Question 164
Which of the following would be a violation of OBRA?
Correct Answer: A
Question 165
Which of the following drugs would not be used to treat seizures?
