Legal Requirements For Accurate Record Keeping

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why pharmacies must keep detailed records of controlled substances?

• To ensure proper documentation of every transaction

• To increase medication prices

• To reduce the number of prescriptions filled

• To avoid hiring more staff

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for pharmacies under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) compliance?

• Accurate inventory tracking

• Proper recordkeeping of all transactions

• Segregation of Schedule II controlled substance records

• Allowing unrestricted access to controlled substances

Multiple Select

Which records must be maintained as part of controlled substances records according to CSA compliance? Select all that apply.

• Official order forms for Schedule II medications

• Receipts for over-the-counter medications

• Power of attorney authorization forms

• Records of controlled substances distributed

Multiple Choice

Which of the following information is required to be included in a patient's record system?

• Patient's insurance provider

• List of all new and refill prescriptions

• Patient's occupation

• Pharmacist's comments relevant to drug therapy

Multiple Choice

Which of the following pieces of information must a pharmacist record from a patient or their agent according to the regulations?

• Known allergies and drug reactions

• Patient's insurance provider

• Patient's employment history

• Patient's family medical history

Multiple Select

Select all the requirements for pharmacy record retention and accessibility as described in the guidelines.

• Records must be kept for a minimum of two years

• Records must be readily accessible for audits or patient care

• Records must be handwritten only

• Some states require longer retention periods

Multiple Choice

According to federal regulations, pharmacies must keep records of prescription drugs for a minimum of how many years?

• One year

• Two years

• Five years

• Ten years