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PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
A PTCB Certification board exam is the professional exam validating the skills and knowledge candidates need to work as pharmacy technicians. It tests their knowledge in English, Math, Science (Chemistry) and professional aspects of their job.
NEW QUESTION # 108
Which of the following would a patient be prescribed an Albuterol Inhalerfor?
- A. Hypertension
- B. Post Myocardial Infarction
- C. Smoking Cessation
- D. Asthma
Answer: D
NEW QUESTION # 109
CORRECT TEXT
The Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Answer:
Explanation:
Provide information concerning hazardous substances.
NEW QUESTION # 110
CORRECT TEXT
The percentage or fraction of the administered dose of a drug that actually reaches systemic circulation
and the rate at which this occurs is the drugs...
Answer:
Explanation:
bioavailability.
NEW QUESTION # 111
Which of the following medications would require the auxiliary label"Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking"?
- A. Rifampin
- B. Repaglinide
- C. Risedronate
- D. Ropinirole
Answer: C
Explanation:
* Risedronate (Actonel)is abisphosphonateused to treat osteoporosis.
* Bisphosphonates can causesevere esophagitis and esophageal ulcersif not taken properly.
* Patients must take the medication witha full glass of waterand remainupright for at least 30 minutesafter administration to reduce esophageal irritation.
Other medications in the options:
* Ropinirole: A dopamine agonist for Parkinson's disease; no such requirement.
* Repaglinide: A meglitinide for diabetes; no such requirement.
* Rifampin: An antibiotic for tuberculosis; no such requirement.
#Reference:PTCE study materials; drug administration guidelines forbisphosphonates.
NEW QUESTION # 112
Vistarilis a brand name for:
- A. Hydroxyzine
- B. Prochlorperazine
- C. Ranolazine
- D. Meclizine
Answer: A
Explanation:
* Vistaril = Hydroxyzine, anantihistamine used for anxiety, nausea, and allergies.
* Meclizine (Antivert) is also an antihistaminebut is used primarily formotion sickness and vertigo.
#Reference:FDA Approved Drug List, PTCE Medication Guide.
NEW QUESTION # 113
SIMULATION
When a drug is recalled and is considered a Class I, this means what?
Answer:
Explanation:
This is the highest level of recall for products that could cause serious illness or may even be fatal.
NEW QUESTION # 114
How many teaspoons are in one ounce?
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. 2
- D. 3
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 115
SIMULATION
An order of insulin is added to a TPN bag. The directions are to add a 100 units of insulin NPH. You draw up 10 ml of insulin, to push it into the bag. Is there anything wrong with this scenario?
Answer:
Explanation:
You have added 10 times too much insulin.
NEW QUESTION # 116
SIMULATION
When repackaging medications into unit dose containers, which of the listed required information does not need to be recorded in a logbook?
Answer:
Explanation:
The patient's name and medical record number
NEW QUESTION # 117
CORRECT TEXT
How many doses of Zinacef 500-mg can be prepared from 10 gm bulk vial?
Answer:
Explanation:
2 00 doses
NEW QUESTION # 118
SIMULATION
The main indication for the drug triamterene/HCTZ is ______.
Answer:
Explanation:
Diuretic
NEW QUESTION # 119
CORRECT TEXT
Buccal tablets
Answer:
Explanation:
-between cheek and gum -drug is dissolved slowly over a period of time
NEW QUESTION # 120
CORRECT TEXT
An empty capsule number 5 will hold how many milligrams of powder?
Answer:
Explanation:
1 00 mg
NEW QUESTION # 121
Which of the following medications is not a combination product?
- A. Lotrel
- B. Estratest
- C. Hyazzar
- D. Remeron
Answer: D
Explanation:
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
Remeron (mirtazapine) is not a combination product.
NEW QUESTION # 122
According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) standards, a drug with an expiration date of 3/2025 should only be used by the patient through:
- A. March 1, 2026
- B. March 31, 2025
- C. February 28, 2025
- D. March 1, 2025
Answer: B
Explanation:
PerUSP standards, a drug with an expiration date ofMarch 2025is consideredvalid until the last day of the month, which isMarch 31, 2025. This applies unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer.
* If a drug is labeledMM/YYYY, itremains valid until the last day of that month.
* If a drug is labeled with aspecific day (MM/DD/YYYY), itexpires at the end of that day.
* A. February 28, 2025# Incorrect; the expiration is at the end ofMarch, not February.
* B. March 1, 2025# Incorrect; the drug is stillusable until March 31.
* D. March 1, 2026# Incorrect; the drugexpires in March 2025, not 2026.
Expiration Date Rules:Other Answer Choices Explained:References:
* USP <797> Pharmaceutical Compounding - Expiration and Beyond-Use Dating (BUD) Guidelines
* FDA Drug Expiration Date Regulations
* PTCB PTCE Exam Content Outline (Pharmaceutical Storage & Stability)
NEW QUESTION # 123
According to theInstitute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP), IVpropranololis considered ahigh-alert medicationinacute care settingsbecause it is a(n):
- A. Opioid.
- B. Adrenergic antagonist.
- C. Chemotherapeutic agent.
- D. Anticoagulant.
Answer: B
Explanation:
Comprehensive and Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
High-alert medicationsaredrugs that carry a higher risk of significant patient harmif used incorrectly.IV propranololis abeta-blocker (adrenergic antagonist)that can causesevere bradycardia, hypotension, and cardiac arrestif administered improperly.
#Explanation of Answer Choices:#A. Adrenergic antagonist#Correct.Propranololblocks beta receptors, reducing heart rate and blood pressure.#B. Chemotherapeutic agent# Incorrect.Propranolol is not a chemotherapy drug.#C. Opioid# Incorrect.Propranolol is not an opioid.#D. Anticoagulant# Incorrect.
Propranolol does not affect blood clotting.
#Reference:
* ISMP List of High-Alert Medications
* PTCB Exam: Medication Safety & Risk Management
NEW QUESTION # 124
A physician orders an IV drip of a mixture at a rate of 25ml/hr for 20/hr. What volume of fluid will be
needed?
- A. 1.5L
- B. 500mg
- C. 0.5L
- D. 1.0L
Answer: C
NEW QUESTION # 125
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