PTCB Exam Practice Test

PTCB Exam Practice Test
1. What isthe main difference between a prescription and a medication order?
a. There is no difference; they are terms used interchangeable for the samething.
b. Prescriptions are written only in hospitals and inpatient facilities
c. Prescriptions are for outpatient facilities, medication orders for impatientfacilities
d. Medication orders are forms for ordering chemicals
Answer: c. Prescriptions are foroutpatient facilities, medication orders for impatient facilities
2. What is the definition of a legacy drug?
a.This is nomenclature for drugs, medications and chemical compounds thatdon't change,
regardless of how pharmaceutical companies have branded them.
b. This is a trademark used by pharmaceutical companies to identify theirparticular
medication formulations.
c. It can be purchased without a prescription as long as they're properlylabeled for home use.
d. It must be prescribed by someone with prescription authority, and must be dispensed by
legally qualified pharmacies
Answer: d.It must be prescribed by someonewith prescription authority, and must be
dispensed by legally qualified pharmacies.
3. What does the abbreviation qHS stand for?
a. Every morning
b. Every bedtime
c. Nasogastric
d. Every evening
Answer: b. Every bedtime
4. What does the abbreviation qOD stand for?
a. Every morning
b. Every other day
c. Every afternoon
d. Twice a day
Answer: b. Every other day
5. What does the abbreviation DAW mean?
a. Dispense as written
b. Dextrose in water
c. Divide by
d. Distill always
Answer: a. Dispense as written