New York Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE) Practice Exam

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• What action must be taken if a pharmacist receives a prescription with unclear directions?
• How soon must a pharmacist make an effort to verify a patient's identity when dispensing medication?
• What supplies can be dispensed via fax for controlled substances under specific conditions?
• What happens if a DEA registration is cancelled due to revocation or other reasons?
• What is the counseling requirement for a patient who hasn't been treated with a prescribed drug for how many days?
• What is the responsibility of the owner and supervisory pharmacist in a pharmacy?
• What is the maximum duration for the refill of hypodermic syringes and needles?
• What conditions allow nursing homes to return medications for reuse?
• For what types of activities is written authorization required for the use of hypodermic syringes and needles?
• How many hours of CPR training can be counted towards continuing education?
• What information is NOT required on a prescription label for controlled substances?
• How many pharmacies can a supervising pharmacist supervise at one time?
• How are intern hours calculated towards pharmacy practice?
• Which entity is responsible for inspections and investigations concerning pharmacies and pharmacists?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding the Professional Assistance Committee?
• Which of the following is NOT a function of pharmacies under the Narcotic Treatment Program?
• Can a medical doctor direct prescriptions to a specific pharmacy?
• Under what circumstances must a pharmacy intern relinquish their permit?
• What professional reference materials are required for pharmacies?
• Which of the following is NOT a product that typically requires child-resistant packaging?
• How long must records of hypodermic syringes and needles be retained?
• When conducting an inventory audit, what must be subtracted from the total quantity of controlled substances?
• How many prescriptions can be written for controlled substances on a single prescription blank?
• Which of the following statements about electronic signatures is true?
• What must be used for writing controlled substance prescriptions?
• Which of the following is considered unprofessional conduct when advertising?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as a requirement for a pharmacy's dispensing area?
• What is the renewal fee for maintaining a New York State pharmacy registration?
• What should be included in a repacking record?
• Which term refers to the effectiveness of drug use among senior adults?
• What is required for a pharmacy when repackaging drugs?
• What is necessary for an individual to be certified for immunizations in New York?
• Which of the following is true regarding emergency oral orders for hypodermic syringes and needles?
• What should be done when a medication does not meet the terms of a prescription?
• Which of the following must be included in the amount documented when prescribing controlled substances?
• Which of these is a requirement for orally communicated prescriptions?
• In what scenario can exceptions to continuing education requirements be granted?
• Under what circumstances may less of a drug be dispensed?
• What is the required action regarding follow-up prescriptions for controlled substances?
• Which statement must appear on all prescription blanks?
• For how many years must CE credit records be maintained?
• What is the maximum supply a pharmacist can dispense for a faxed prescription in hospice care?
• In what circumstance can a prescriber dispense medication without charging a patient?
• Which schedule does Methadone fall under when utilized in a narcotic treatment program?
• What must a pharmacist do if a patient wants a brand medication and no DAW (Dispense as Written) is indicated?
• What is the maximum quantity a prescription can be filled for under Medicaid guidelines?
• Where should a working stock of C2-4 medications be stored if it is less than a 72-hour supply?
• Which issue is NOT part of prospective Drug Utilization Review (DUR)?
• What is the minimum size for the dispensing area in a pharmacy?
• In what scenario can out-of-state pharmacies be exempt from registering with the Education Department?
• Under what conditions can a registered pharmacist dispense a faxed official prescription for controlled substances?
• What documentation must be noted on the face of a Schedule II prescription undergoing partial dispensing?
• What must be stated on the back of the oral order when a follow-up RX is not received?
• What element is NOT necessary when a prescription is dispensed in a health care facility?
• Is it acceptable to use a DEA number for non-controlled substances?
• What type of registration is required for an office to become recognized as a Narcotic Treatment Program?
• What must be included on a prescription for Schedule 3-5 drugs?
• Which of the following describes an adulterated drug?
• What constitutes the abandonment of a patient by a pharmacist?
• Which is required on the face of a follow-up prescription?
• What is utilized by investigators during pharmacy inspections?
• What is the minimum size for a registered pharmacy area?
• What are the required elements on a prescription label for nursing home patients?
• Which type of medications has a maximum supply limit of 5 days according to New York State regulations?
• Which of the following must be included when counseling a patient?
• When must a prescription be considered a new prescription according to regulations?
• Under the Prescription Drug Marketing Act, who can receive drug samples?
• What must a CNP include on their prescription?
• What is the definition of "misbranding" in the context of labeling?
• Substituting a drug in a patient’s regimen is allowed under which circumstance?
• What is defined as a poison in the context of pharmaceuticals?
• What are optometrists authorized to prescribe aside from diagnostic aids?
• What is the recommended temperature range for storing medications in a refrigerator?
• What does KOW (kindly oblige with) allow a pharmacy to do?
• What must a verbal order for refills include?
• What is required for a pharmacist to adjust a patient's medication?
• What should a pharmacist do if the Department of Health refuses to allow the destruction of controlled substances?
• Which of the following statements is true concerning label content?
• What requirement exists for a log maintained by the pharmacy?
• How long is a limited pharmacy intern permit valid from the date of issuance?
• What is required for a prescription to be considered electronic?
• What information must be recorded on the back of a Schedule II prescription for each partial fill?
• What is one of the purposes of drug recalls?
• Who should not be employed in a pharmacy regarding controlled substances?
• How many RPA (physician assistant) may be supervised in a community setting?
• Which of the following is true about prescription blanks?
• Which of the following is classified as a Schedule II drug?
• What can optometrists prescribe during Phase One of their prescribing authority?
• What is the time limit within which a pharmacist can fill a prescription for Schedule IV medications?
• What is one of the key provisions of OBRA 90 regarding state Medicaid programs?
• In which situation may a pharmacist destroy controlled substances in an institution?
• What must be kept on file for controlled substances that fall under Schedule II?
• Is a practitioner allowed to place a sticker on an official prescription that contains patient information or drug details?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding anabolic steroids in New York?
• What is the limit on weekly hours that can be counted for pharmacy internship?
• What information is required in oral orders for hypodermic syringes and needles?
• What is the exception to the 30-day rule for all schedule prescriptions?
• What types of vaccinations are pharmacists allowed to administer?
• How many contact hours does one semester hour equate to?
• When can substitution of a medication be performed without authorization?
• What type of quantity can a C4 prescription be prescribed for?
• What action must be taken with controlled substances in a retail pharmacy that are to be destroyed?
• What initial information is mandatory for a written RX from an RPA?
• What is the renewal requirement for ACLS training hours?
• What is a requirement for the practice of a pharmacy intern?
• What type of establishments must have written authorization for the use of hypodermic syringes and needles?
• Which of the following items is NOT required in a poison register?
• Under what condition would someone be charged with abandoning a pharmacy?
• What must a prescriber do after issuing an emergency Schedule II prescription?
• Which of the following drugs is exempt from the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPA)?
• What is the requirement for the drug retail price list sign in pharmacies?
• What is the maximum allowable ratio of unlicensed persons assisting a registered pharmacist during the filling process?
• Which of the following is true regarding Schedule II drugs?
• What is the required waiting period for the MPJE exam after failing?
• How many transfers of non-controlled substances are permitted at a time?
• What is required for a pharmacy to furnish drugs to another pharmacy?
• What signature must an RPA include on their prescription for controlled substances?
• What is the maximum supply duration for CIV medications according to federal regulations?
• What conditions can lead to exceptions in the standard 72-hour PRN order for controlled substances?
• Which of these is an example of a clinical abuse or misuse detected during Drug Utilization Review?
• Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the signature of a RPA on a prescription?
• What does CRC stand for in the context of pharmacy packaging?
• When can more of a drug be dispensed than prescribed?
• What is required for unlicensed persons in a pharmacy?
• In case of a follow-up prescription for Schedule 3-5, what must be noted if the prescription is not received?
• What is required on the face of the prescription for hypodermic syringes and needles upon filling?
• Which of the following must be included on a written prescription by an RPA?
• When must a pharmacist notify the NYS Bureau of CS if a follow-up RX has not been received?
• What is one requirement for prescribing under the EPIC program?
• How long must records for filled Schedule 3-5 prescriptions be maintained?
• Which topic is covered in patient counseling?
• How can the authenticity of heat sensitive ink on prescriptions be verified?
• What is the protocol for a pharmacist when a patient receives a faxed prescription for controlled substances?
• What is a necessary component of collaboration agreements for CNPs?
• Which of the following professionals is NOT considered an authorized prescriber?
• What must a provider do before recommending maintenance treatment in an office setting?
• What is the minimum time that a pharmacy must wait before refilling a controlled substance prescription?
• To be considered misbranded, what must a drug label fail to disclose?
• If a blanket waiver for child-resistant packaging is requested, who can provide it?
• What document is required to accompany an institutional dispensing of medications?
• Who can use a facility's DEA number as their own?
• What must a pharmacist do before destroying controlled substances in retail?
• What action should be taken if a patient misses a dose?
• What is the proper layout of a name badge in a pharmacy?
• What must be included on the face of a prescription for a brand medication under the Medicaid Mandatory Generic Program?
• For what duration must manufacturers maintain records of drug samples?
• What is the maximum duration for which a prescription for anabolic steroids may be written if a medical condition is noted?
• Which of the following must be included in the requirements for an oral prescription?
• For which type of OTC administration is tamper resistance typically not required?
• In health care facilities, when can unused prescriptions be returned for reuse?
• What is a key characteristic of tamper-resistant packaging?
• What is the primary responsibility for legitimate prescribing and dispensing of controlled substances?
• Are investigators permitted to accept controlled substances according to regulations?
• What must be included on the back of a prescription for hypodermic syringes and needles during a refill?
• What is required on the label of a controlled substance in New York State?
• If a prescriber makes a mistake on a controlled substance prescription, what can they do?
• What cannot be transferred according to pharmacy regulations?
• For a pharmacist to dispense controlled substances, what is required of the prescriber?
• What is the required temperature range for medications stored in cool conditions?
• What is a potential consequence of dispensing a drug without knowledge and consent of the prescriber?
• Under which program can pharmacies register to furnish and sell up to ten hypodermic syringes without a prescription?
• What is the time frame within which the Board of Pharmacy (BOP) must be notified of a fire or flood?
• In New York State, who is required to have a regular pharmacy license to dispense medications?
• What should pharmacies post in their waiting areas regarding drug prices?
• What should a pharmacist do if making a change to a patient's medication as per a doctor's order for a mail order prescription?
• Which of the following statements about drug price listings is correct?
• Can a pharmacy take back medications from patients?
• What information must be included on labels for nursing home patients?
• Is there a specific requirement for out-of-state controlled substance prescriptions?
• Which aspect is essential in ensuring proper repackaging of drugs?
• What information must be included on a poison label according to regulations?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding mailing prescription medications?
• How must refills be identified in electronic data processing?
• What is one potential outcome if an emergency medical condition is not treated?
• Who is allowed to practice midwifery according to the provided criteria?
• Regarding manufacturer packaging, what must medications comply with?
• What is a key feature of the EPIC program related to emergency services?
• What is the role of registered pharmacies in the process of medication destruction?
• Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the prescription of hypodermic syringes and needles?
• How should the receiving pharmacy handle opioid-related prescriptions?
• Which of the following is NOT an example of an error in dispensing?
• Which of the following conditions is not eligible for a Schedule 3-5 prescription?
• What is NOT a requirement for furnishing hypodermic syringes under the HSN program?
• For what maximum duration can intern hours be renewed?
• What should an emergency substitution for a generic drug note on the packaging?
• What is not required on a prescription for C2 drugs prescribed by an RPA?
• In an emergency situation for a Schedule II drug, what is the maximum supply that a pharmacist can provide to a patient?
• What must be included on the label of a prescription dispensed by a prescriber?
• Which medication is mentioned as a second-line treatment that can cause a prolonged QT interval?
• What is a requirement for verbal orders in a pharmacy?
• Which phrase is necessary on the face of a follow-up prescription?
• What information is NOT required on a prescription for a controlled substance?
• What identifying code format is used for the National Drug Code (NDC)?
• How long must patient medication profiles be kept in a retrievable form?
• What type of packaging is required for OTC drugs to prevent adulteration?
• What must be done if a drug has an outside wrapper?
• In the case of an emergency, what must a pharmacist validate on an oral prescription?
• What is the minimum time period after which a DEA controlled substance inventory must be conducted?
• What is the maximum duration for partial fills of Schedule II prescriptions in a Long-Term Care Facility (LTCF) or for terminally ill patients?
• What must a pharmacist indicate on a prescription when a medication is refilled?
• Which substance is a Schedule B poison?
• What kind of medication can a pharmacist change on a prescription if authorized by the prescriber?
• Regarding emergency prescriptions for Schedule II, what is the maximum quantity allowed?
• What is the maximum time frame for notifying the department of a change in the supervising pharmacist?
• What is a key requirement for package inserts in a community pharmacy?
• When refilling a prescription, what must be offered to the patient every time?
• What is the maximum duration a limited permit for pharmacy interns can be renewed for?
• How should a pharmacy store a supply of controlled substances greater than 72 hours?
• What is the primary purpose of the DEA Form 222?
• When is a pharmacist allowed to waive the copay under EPIC?
• Which term describes any misleading information on a product label?
• If filling out-of-state prescriptions, what is required regarding the ONYSRx?
• What utensils must a pharmacy keep for operations?
• What must OTC drug packages include to alert consumers regarding tamper resistance?
• What is an exception for tamper resistance found in OTC drugs?
• Which medication form must absolutely not be returned to stock?
• When a pharmacist receives an oral prescription for a non-controlled substance, what is the first action they should take?
• What is a key requirement of the Prescription Drug Marketing Act regarding records?
• What information must a practitioner document when prescribing controlled substances?
• What information is NOT required on OTC labels?
• What type of report must a pharmacist sign at the end of an inspection?
• What should NOT be included when issuing a prescription for hypodermic syringes and needles?
• What must an accepted applicant agree to when seeking restoration of their license through the Professional Assistance Committee?
• What type of DUR is focused on monitoring for therapeutic appropriateness?
• What must happen to an electronic prescription created by a physician?
• What does adulteration refer to in the context of pharmaceuticals?
• Can a pharmacy accept an e-prescription that has been printed and faxed to the patient?
• Which of the following medications is exempt from the mandatory Medicaid Generic Program?
• What must be marked on a repacked medication blister pack?
• Which of the following medications is an example of a steroid that could be prescribed under specific conditions?
• How long must a pharmacist maintain records for Schedule II prescriptions?
• What type of information should be gathered by a pharmacy when dispensing controlled substances according to CMEA?
• How long can a nursing home keep unused multiple-dose parenteral medications for reuse?
• Which of the following conditions would qualify for a prescription of anabolic steroids?
• Which statement is true regarding professional interns in a pharmacy setting?
• What is the requirement for an RPA to prescribe controlled substances?
• Which of the following is a requirement for the registered pharmacy area?
• What must the pharmacy do when taking back medications from patients?
• Which organization approves providers for continuing education credits?
• Which category is NOT mentioned as part of the required data in a patient medication profile?
• In RX drug advertising, what is a requirement for brand names?
• Which of the following is NOT considered a controlled substance?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding New York State versus Federal scheduling of steroids?
• What is the exception regarding written prescriptions from out of state?
• What information is typically required for refilled controlled substances?
• Under what condition can a registered pharmacist make changes to a patient’s drug therapy?
• What is the pharmacy's obligation if they fail to obtain a patient’s identity verification when dispensing medication?
• What type of package must be used to comply with the Anti-Tampering Act?
• What must be documented when a patient refuses consultation?
• What must be included in all controlled substance prescriptions for it to be considered valid?
• What structural requirement is mandated for pharmacies operating in a general merchandising establishment?
• What is the correct procedure for handling expired medication in a pharmacy?
• What is required for the visibility of pharmacy registration?
• Which of the following is a dosage form that is not interchangeable with others?
• For prescriptions categorized as Schedule 3-5, what is the earliest a refill can be processed?
• What is the maximum number of hypodermic syringes a person aged 18 years or older can obtain without a prescription?
• What is the requirement for the storage of controlled substances in main stock for a pharmacy?
• When must controlled substance prescriptions be filled after being signed by the prescriber?
• How long is a pharmacy registration valid for?
• What is the significance of the registration for practitioners under the SAMHSA guidelines?
• For an early refill request due to a change in directions, what must a pharmacist obtain?
• What must be included on a prescription filled by a pharmacist?
• Which of the following is required for pharmacies that wish to participate in the Hypodermic Syringe Network (HSN)?
• What must be included when refilling controlled substances?
• What must a pharmacy include when labeling controlled substances for animals?
• For what action is it specifically prohibited to attach an orange label on hypodermic syringe prescriptions?
• What is the requirement for electronic prescriptions regarding physical documentation?
• What must an electronically transmitted prescription include?
• Which of the following is NOT required on the label of a non-controlled substance prescription?
• What is the maximum number of refills allowed for Schedule 3-5 prescriptions within a 6-month period?
• What is required for Nurse Practitioners and Midwives to prescribe in New York State?
• What happens if a follow-up prescription is not received within 72 hours for a faxed CS?
• For a collaborative drug therapy management protocol to be valid, the medical doctor must be:
• What information is never allowed to be changed on a controlled substance prescription?
• What is the role of the pharmacist in determining whether an emergency really exists for Schedule II substances?
• In New York State, what documentation must a Responsible Physician Assistant (RPA) have when prescribing?
• Under what condition can a pharmacist substitute a generic drug for a brand-name drug?
• What should not be given to a patient regarding controlled substance prescriptions?
• What information must be included on a drug label?
• What is the requirement for an OTC package not designed to be child-resistant?
• If a medical doctor disagrees with a pharmacist's professional judgment, what takes precedence?
• If an error is made on a DEA Form 222, what should the purchaser do?
• Which substances are noted as not controlled in New York but are federally classified as Schedule IV?
• In adjusting a patient’s drug regimen, what must be ensured?
• What should be included in the directions for taking a medication on the prescription label?
• What must be done for each refill on a prescription according to manual record keeping requirements?
• What Orange Book designation indicates that there are no bioequivalence problems?
• What is the maximum percentage of annual gross sales of controlled substances that a pharmacy may distribute without special registration?
• How long does a supplier have to fulfill a shipment after receiving a DEA Form 222?
• When ordering or performing patient monitoring functions, what is true according to drug therapy management?
• Under the CMEA, what is the daily limit for certain controlled substances?
• What must be kept on file for one year regarding RX drug advertising?
• Which of the following is NOT a required equipment for a nuclear pharmacy?
• What must be documented when requesting a waiver for child-resistant packaging?
• What must be indicated on the face of a prescription for a refill transfer?
• What is the value of one CEU (Continuing Education Unit) in hours?
• Which actions can a pharmacist NOT take with Schedule C3-C5 prescriptions?
• Can controlled substances be transmitted electronically according to current regulations?
• What specialty medications can optometrists prescribe?
• What does the first part of the NDC denote?
• What rule applies to filling a prescription that includes both prescription and non-prescription medications?
• Which classification of recall is associated with serious health consequences or death?
• Labeling includes information that does what?
• Which label is required for controlled substances from C2 to C4?
• What type of pharmacy is operated as a department within a general merchandising establishment?
• When a pharmacy owner decides to close the pharmacy, what is their primary responsibility?
• What must a pharmacist do upon receiving a follow-up prescription?
• What must be documented when oral authorization is given to refill a prescription?
• Which of the following substances must be included in child-resistant packaging according to OTC regulations?
• How long is an internship valid before it may need to be renewed?
• What requirement must be fulfilled for partial fills?
• What information should be recorded in the daily log of prescriptions filled?
• Can prescriptions for controlled substances be faxed in a Long-Term Care Facility (LTCF)?
• What is one of the main legal requirements for pharmacies when dealing with controlled substances?
• To whom must physicians provide a prior authorization when prescribing a brand medication under the NYS Medicaid program?
• What must physicians do when issuing a prescription for controlled substances?
• What is the maximum expiration date allowed for repackaged medications?
• Which of the following substances is categorized under Schedule A poisons?
• What is required for refills on a prescription?
• What cannot be changed by a pharmacist on a prescription?
• What type of prescription requires the ONYSRx in New York?
• What information must appear on a midwife's license?
• What is the minimum duration for which pharmacy records of poison sales must be kept?
• In collaborative drug therapy management, when is consent in writing required?
• What must an emergency medical technician (EMT) ensure when administering Schedule II medications from an ambulance's sub-stock?
• Which of the following conditions can be a justification for extreme hardship in CE requirement exemptions?
• What is the minimum duration that continuing education credits cannot carry over to the next period?
• How long must records for controlled substances be maintained on the premises?
• How should outdated drugs be handled?
• Can a prescriber obtain stock of controlled substances for office use?
• What statement best describes the nature of hypodermic syringes and needles according to NYS law?
• What can be marked on a copy of other prescriptions given to a patient?
• What must be listed on the printout for electronic data processing of prescriptions?
• Under which condition is a pharmacist not required to substitute a generic medication?
• What is required for bulk packaging that is repackaged by the pharmacist?
• What is the freezer temperature range for storing certain medications, according to USP guidelines?
• How many hours of continuing education are required to reactive New York State registration?
• What is the maximum quantity that can be prescribed for emergency use of CIIs, steroids, and BZDs?
• What action must be taken if a patient refuses to have their information entered into a shared database?
• What information must be kept on file for six years after administering a vaccine?
• What is NOT required on the back of a refill for non-controlled substances?
• What document must a pharmacy surrender if they are discontinuing their business?
• What should pharmacies do after documenting refusals of counseling for refills?
• Which statement is true regarding optometrists and controlled substances?
• Which healthcare practitioners are permitted to use hypodermic syringes and needles within the scope of their practice?
• What action should be taken if a follow-up prescription is not received within the required timeframe?
• Under what situation can a pharmacist order patient monitoring functions?
• Which of the following controlled substances may not be refilled?
• What information must be included in a signed certificate of immunization?
• Who qualifies for a limited permit to practice as a pharmacy intern?
• Which act was passed due to deaths caused by contaminated OTC medications?
• How should pharmacies handle registrations for out-of-state establishments?
• Which condition allows for a 90-day supply of medication under Schedule 3-5?
• What is NOT allowed under the Prescription Drug Marketing Act?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding patient assistance programs?
• What is NOT required on a written prescription for Schedule III-V controlled substances?
• What is the definition of a device as per the provided information?
• Which product categories are required to have tamper-resistant seals?
• What should a pharmacist do if a follow-up prescription is not received within the required time frame after an emergency order?
• What are the qualifications for a nuclear pharmacist?
• If a pharmacy professional fails to complete CE requirements, what is the potential consequence?
• What responsibility does the RPH have when transferring a prescription?
• In inpatient settings, how long can PRN orders for controlled substances remain valid?
• Is patient permission required to access shared databases of medical and prescription information?
• For how long can an RPA's inpatient orders remain uncountersigned by a supervising MD?
• Which of the following can CNPs not do?
• What is the maximum number of CNPs that can work at different locations?