Understanding Prescriptions Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a prescription?

• To inform about medical insurance

• To schedule a medical appointment

• To diagnose a medical condition

• To provide a written instruction for medicine

Which of the following is NOT considered a medical practitioner?

• Physician

• Nurse

• Pharmacist

• Veterinary Doctor

What does the Latin term 'Praescriptus' mean?

• After writing

• To prescribe

• To dispense

• Before writing

Which part of a prescription contains the medication prescribed?

• Subscription

• Inscription

• Signatura

• Superscription

What is the significance of the date on a prescription?

• It indicates the expiration date of the medication

• It is used for billing purposes

• It helps pharmacists track refills

• It shows when the patient was last seen

What does the superscription symbol ℞ stand for?

• Doctor's Order

• Prescription

• Take Thou

• Medication

What is included in the subscription part of a prescription?

• Doctor's signature

• Medication dosage

• Instructions for the pharmacist

• Patient's information

Which of the following is a common abbreviation found in prescriptions?

• q.d (every day)

• t.i.d (three times a day)

• p.r.n (as needed)

• b.i.d (twice a week)

What is the first step in handling a prescription?

• Reading and checking

• Labeling

• Receiving

• Compounding

What can lead to errors in prescriptions due to legibility issues?

• Pharmacist's experience

• Digital prescriptions

• Handwritten prescriptions

• Patient's age