Pharmacy Technician Certification PTCE Exam Version 5
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
What volume, in tsp, of a 20 mEq/15 mL solution would deliver a dose of 40 mEq?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: To determine the volume in teaspoons (tsp) that delivers 40 mEq from a 20 mEq/15 mL solution, calculate the concentration: 20 mEq / 15 mL = 1.333 mEq/mL. For a 40 mEq dose, the required volume is 40 mEq / 1.333 mEq/mL ≈ 30 mL. Since 1 tsp ≈ 5 mL, 30 mL / 5 mL/tsp = 6 tsp. Thus, the correct answer is 6 tsp.
Rationale: To determine the volume in teaspoons (tsp) that delivers 40 mEq from a 20 mEq/15 mL solution, calculate the concentration: 20 mEq / 15 mL = 1.333 mEq/mL. For a 40 mEq dose, the required volume is 40 mEq / 1.333 mEq/mL ≈ 30 mL. Since 1 tsp ≈ 5 mL, 30 mL / 5 mL/tsp = 6 tsp. Thus, the correct answer is 6 tsp.
Question 2
According to USP Chapter 800, gowns worn during the preparation of hazardous nonsterile compounds must:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: USP Chapter 800 requires gowns to be selected based on the specific hazardous drugs to ensure proper protection against permeability and durability. Seams allowing drug exposure (A) and short sleeves with open cuffs (D) increase risk, while reusable materials (C) are unsuitable due to residue absorption, making B correct.
Rationale: USP Chapter 800 requires gowns to be selected based on the specific hazardous drugs to ensure proper protection against permeability and durability. Seams allowing drug exposure (A) and short sleeves with open cuffs (D) increase risk, while reusable materials (C) are unsuitable due to residue absorption, making B correct.
Question 3
A pharmacy technician receives an order for azithromycin 200 mg/5 mL PO daily. What dosage form should be dispensed?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The order specifies azithromycin 200 mg/5 mL PO, indicating a liquid form with a concentration of 200 mg per 5 mL, which defines a suspension. Tablets (A) and capsules (B) are solids, and suppositories (D) are for rectal use, making Suspension the correct choice.
Rationale: The order specifies azithromycin 200 mg/5 mL PO, indicating a liquid form with a concentration of 200 mg per 5 mL, which defines a suspension. Tablets (A) and capsules (B) are solids, and suppositories (D) are for rectal use, making Suspension the correct choice.
Question 4
Following reconstitution, Varivax should be administered within a maximum of:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Varivax (varicella vaccine) must be used within 30 minutes after reconstitution to maintain potency and safety, as per manufacturer guidelines and CDC recommendations, making A the correct answer. Longer timeframes (B, C, D) exceed safe storage limits.
Rationale: Varivax (varicella vaccine) must be used within 30 minutes after reconstitution to maintain potency and safety, as per manufacturer guidelines and CDC recommendations, making A the correct answer. Longer timeframes (B, C, D) exceed safe storage limits.
Question 5
A prescription calls for one capsule of a medication to be administered PO a.c. daily for 14 days. What directions should appear on the label?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: PO a.c.' means 'by mouth before meals.' The correct label direction should reflect this, specifying 'before a meal once daily for 14 days' (C). Options A, B, and D do not align with 'a.c.' (ante cibum), which indicates pre-meal administration.
Rationale: PO a.c.' means 'by mouth before meals.' The correct label direction should reflect this, specifying 'before a meal once daily for 14 days' (C). Options A, B, and D do not align with 'a.c.' (ante cibum), which indicates pre-meal administration.