PTCB Regulatory Bodies Flashcard

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Which regulatory body is responsible for regulating food, medicines, biologic products, radioactive products, and cosmetics?

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Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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What is the purpose of the FDA's MedWatch system?

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To report adverse medication events

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Which act established the FDA? Options: Poison Prevention Packaging Act, Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act, Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, MedWatch Act

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Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act

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What must pharmacists and healthcare workers report according to the FDA regulations?

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Adverse events

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What does the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) regulate?

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Restrictions on pseudoephedrine

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What is the organization in the United States that accredits and certifies healthcare organizations?

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The Joint Commission

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What is the primary role of the State Boards of Pharmacy (BOP)?

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To cater to the needs of their own state by establishing state-specific laws and regulations

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Which responsibility is associated with the BOP? Options: Certifying and licensing pharmacy personnel, Developing new pharmaceutical drugs, Conducting medical research, Providing healthcare services

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Certifying and licensing pharmacy personnel

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What is the primary mission of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

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To ensure safe and healthy working conditions

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What was the primary reason for the creation of OSHA under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970?

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To respond to high workplace injury and fatality rates