Pharmacy Technician Certification PTCE Exam Version 10
Practice exam for Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE) under Medical and Dental School Certification Exams (Licensing Exams). 5 sample questions.
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Question 1
How much sodium chloride in mg is in 200 mL of NS?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Normal saline NS is a 0.9 percent sodium chloride solution meaning 0.9 g or 900 mg per 100 mL. For 200 mL the calculation is 0.9 g per 100 mL times 200 mL equals 1.8 g or 1800 mg. The other options 550 mg 3600 mg and 5500 mg do not align with this standard concentration.
Rationale: Normal saline NS is a 0.9 percent sodium chloride solution meaning 0.9 g or 900 mg per 100 mL. For 200 mL the calculation is 0.9 g per 100 mL times 200 mL equals 1.8 g or 1800 mg. The other options 550 mg 3600 mg and 5500 mg do not align with this standard concentration.
Question 2
When a medication is recalled it could be returned for credit to the:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Recalled medications are typically returned to the manufacturer who issued the recall for credit or replacement as they manage the recall process. The DEA and FDA oversee regulations but do not handle returns and prescribers are not involved in this process.
Rationale: Recalled medications are typically returned to the manufacturer who issued the recall for credit or replacement as they manage the recall process. The DEA and FDA oversee regulations but do not handle returns and prescribers are not involved in this process.
Question 3
Because it may cause photosensitivity patients should be advised to avoid prolonged sun exposure while taking:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Doxycycline a tetracycline antibiotic is well-documented to cause photosensitivity increasing the risk of severe sunburn with prolonged sun exposure. Patients must be counseled to avoid excessive sunlight. Tadalafil treats erectile dysfunction risedronate treats osteoporosis and atomoxetine treats ADHD none of which are associated with photosensitivity.
Rationale: Doxycycline a tetracycline antibiotic is well-documented to cause photosensitivity increasing the risk of severe sunburn with prolonged sun exposure. Patients must be counseled to avoid excessive sunlight. Tadalafil treats erectile dysfunction risedronate treats osteoporosis and atomoxetine treats ADHD none of which are associated with photosensitivity.
Question 4
Which of the following is a trade name for clobetasol?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Globex is a recognized trade name for clobetasol a potent topical corticosteroid used for skin conditions. Clozaril is clozapine an antipsychotic clobazam is an anticonvulsant and clopidogrel is an antiplatelet drug none of which are related to clobetasol.
Rationale: Globex is a recognized trade name for clobetasol a potent topical corticosteroid used for skin conditions. Clozaril is clozapine an antipsychotic clobazam is an anticonvulsant and clopidogrel is an antiplatelet drug none of which are related to clobetasol.
Question 5
When used on a prescription IV may refer to either a route of administration or a:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: IV commonly stands for intravenous indicating a route of administration but it can also refer to a dosage form such as an IV solution or injection as in IV fluids or IV push medications. Quantity indication and concentration do not align with this dual usage.
Rationale: IV commonly stands for intravenous indicating a route of administration but it can also refer to a dosage form such as an IV solution or injection as in IV fluids or IV push medications. Quantity indication and concentration do not align with this dual usage.