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PTCB Practice Exam Part 1 of 3

by Eric Christianson | Jun 8, 2023 | 12 comments

1. 
Actonel Generic Name

What is the generic name for Actonel?

2. 
Chemotherapy Exposure

Because of poor processes and procedures, a pharmacy technician has been exposed unnecessarily to chemotherapy agents. Which federal organization would have the most oversight over this issue?

3. 
Therapeutic Equivalence

Which of the following statements best describes therapeutic equivalence?

4. 
Amoxicillin Calculation

A prescriber writes an order for Amoxicillin 0.5 g TID x 7 days. You currently only have 250 mg capsules available. How many total capsules are needed to fill the entire prescription?

5. 
MOA Carvedilol

What is the primary mechanism of action of carvedilol?

6. 
Saftey of Names, Labels, and Packaging

Years ago, the antidepressant named Brintellix was changed to Trintellix. Which agency would be responsible for monitoring the safety of names, labels, and packaging?

7. 
Short Term Prescription

Which medication is typically only used for 1-2 weeks at most?

8. 
Route of Administration - Onset of Action

Which route of administration will have the fastest onset of action?

9. 
Medication Class Identification

A patient reports that they cannot afford the price of Protonix. Which of the following would represent an alternative in the same class of medication?

10. 
Supplement in Alcoholism

Patients who have trouble with alcohol addiction will often need this supplement?

11. 
ANDA

A new medication is applying for an ANDA. Which of the following best represents the requirement to obtain approval?

12. 
Prednisone Class Identification

A patient reports intolerable side effects to prednisone. Which medication is from the same class as prednisone and would be likely to cause similar side effects?

13. 
Warfarin Interaction

Which medication should be avoided with the use of warfarin?

14. 
Amoxicillin Suspension Calculation

How many mL of Amoxicillin 250 mg/5 mL should be dispensed if the prescription is written for i tbsp PO BID x 14 days?

15. 
Digoxin Dosing

A prescription comes in for digoxin 0.125 mg QD, what is the equivalent dose in mcg?

16. 
Oral Dosage Form - Diabetes Medication

A patient is requesting a diabetes medication that is not an injection. Which of the following medications would be given as an oral dosage form?

17. 
Medicare and MTM

Which of the following Medicare components covers the Medication Therapy Management benefit?

18. 
FDA Agencies

Which agency is not run by or part of the FDA?

19. 
REMS

In the creation of a REMS program, which of the following is true?

20. 
Furosemide Adverse Effects

Which is a boxed warning on furosemide?

21. 
Cyanide Safety Legislation

Which legislation/program was created in response to an individual causing cyanide poisoning by replacing acetaminophen with cyanide pills?

22. 
OTC and Legend Legislation

What piece of legislation set up two categories of drugs (legend and over-the-counter)?

23. 
FDA Role

Which of the following tasks would not typically be associated with the FDA’s role?

24. 
Recalls

A drug manufacturer has announced that there was an error in production and a different excipient was put into tablets of metoprolol. This excipient is FDA-approved as safe for human consumption and there is no anticipated risk to patients. What type of recall would this be?

25. 
Saw Palmetto Indication

A patient asks you about taking saw palmetto extract. What is the most common indication that a patient would use this for?

26. 
CMR

Which of the following statements is true regarding a CMR?

27. 
Liraglutide Boxed Warning

Which is a boxed warning on liraglutide?

28. 
Drug Interaction PDE-5 Inhibitors

As you review Mr. Steven's medication list, you realize that he has many PRN medications. Which one would be of the highest concern with regard to drug interactions with tadalafil?

29. 
Oral Contraceptives and Adverse Effect Risk

Ms. Jones has asked about the risks with regard to her birth control. She informs you that she is taking Loestrin which is a combination of estrogen and progestin. You inform her that it can increase the risk of blood clots. Which part of her history would increase the risk of a blood clot?

30. 
Lamotrigine Warning

Mr. Thomas was prescribed lamotrigine by their neurologist. They can't recall what side effects are associated with this medication. What adverse effect carries a boxed warning?

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12 Comments

  1. katherine nguyen
    katherine nguyen on June 28, 2023 at 4:42 pm

    thank you

    Reply
    • Javi
      Javi on September 14, 2023 at 9:44 am

      Very good

      Reply
  2. Ashley
    Ashley on July 27, 2023 at 6:04 pm

    Thanks

    Reply
  3. Tatyana
    Tatyana on July 28, 2023 at 11:36 am

    where are the answers ?

    Reply
    • Eric Christianson
      Eric Christianson on July 28, 2023 at 1:37 pm

      Once you hit submit, you should see the answers and rationale. Best, Eric

      Reply
      • Sarah
        Sarah on September 14, 2023 at 10:54 am

        Thx

        Reply
  4. NS
    NS on July 30, 2023 at 11:17 pm

    Thank you

    Reply
  5. LC
    LC on August 7, 2023 at 5:56 pm

    thanks

    Reply
  6. lark
    lark on August 12, 2023 at 3:15 pm

    thanks

    Reply
  7. Maryam
    Maryam on August 21, 2023 at 9:21 am

    I thought the 30 questions were challenging and interesting. They allowed me to test my knowledge of the medical world and also learn new things. I appreciate the opportunity to answer these questions

    Reply
  8. Zina M Morgan
    Zina M Morgan on August 31, 2023 at 5:56 pm

    THANKS

    Reply
  9. mani
    mani on September 8, 2023 at 6:54 pm

    thanks

    Reply

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