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PTCB MOCK EXAM 10/29/25 PRACTICE

Total questions: 35

Worksheet time: 32mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A pharmacy technician experiences a sharps injury. Which of the following is the first action the technician should take?


a)

Clean the area with antibacterial cream


b)

Fill out workers' compensation paperwork


c)

Wash needle sticks and cuts with soap and water


d)

Notify infection control


2.

Proper storage of a medication in a pharmacy is best determined by:


a)

reading the package insert.


b)

asking the pharmacist.


c)

calling the FDA.


d)

consulting the Merck Index.


3.

Which of the following provides guidance for handling hazardous substances?


a)

Clinical Pharmacology


b)

Physicians' Desk Reference


c)

Safety Data Sheets


d)

The Red Book


4.

What volume, in mL, of a liquid medication would provide a patient with 2 tablespoons twice a day for 7 days?


a)

70

b)

140

c)

420

d)

480

5.

An unopened vial of Humalog may be stored at room temperature for a maximum of how many days?


a)

7

b)

14

c)

21

d)

28

6.

In a Class III recall, the product involved:


a)

is not likely to cause adverse effects.


b)

has a strong likelihood of causing serious adverse effects or death.



c)

is one whose withdrawal requires individualized patient notification.


d)

may cause temporary but reversible adverse effects.


7.

Which class of antibiotic is most likely to pose a risk of cross-sensitivity for patients allergic to cephalosporins?


a)

Macrolides


b)

Sulfonamides


c)

Fluoroquinolones


d)

Penicillins


8.

Which of the following is classified as a rapid acting insulin?


a)

Humulin N


b)

Levemir


c)

Humalog


d)

Lantus


9.

Which of the following auxiliary labels is appropriate for Lipitor?


a)

Take with food


b)

Do not take with nitrates


c)

Do not take with grapefruit juice


d)

Avoid exposure to sunlight


10.

The abbreviation "a.c." stands for:


a)

around the clock.


b)

before meals.


c)

after meals.


d)

before noon.


11.

During prescription writing, the use of zeros is recommended:


a)

when using whole numbers.


b)

to clarify patient's age.


c)

to prevent underdosing.


d)

before a decimal point.


12.

What is the duration of action for Humulin N insulin?

a)

1 to 4 hours

b)

6 to 10 hours

c)

10 to 16 hours

d)

14 to 20 hours

13.

predniSONE and predicoLONE are examples of

a)

drugs that should not be crushed

b)

drugs using tall man lettering

c)

high-alert medications

d)

proprietary drug names

14.

Interpret the following prescription. Which of the following is appropriate for this prescription?

prochlorperazine 25 mg supp #12

i supp pr q 6-8 h prn N&V

a)

Insert one suppository pr every 6-8 hours as needed for nausea and vomiting

b)

Insert one suppository every 6-8 hour for nausea and vomiting

c)

Insert one suppository every 6-8 as needed for N&V

d)

Insert one suppository rectally every 6-8 hours as needed for nausea and vomiting

15.

What is the generic name for Glucophage?

a)

glimepiride

b)

glipizide

c)

glyburide

d)

metformin

16.

You have received a prescription for amoxicillin 500 mg PO. The patient is unable to show or swallow capsules or tablets. The physician has approved the dispensing of amoxicillin suspension. How many milliliters should be given in each dose if the concentration is 125mg/5mL?

a)

5 mL

b)

10 mL

c)

15 mL

d)

20 mL

17.

You have received a prescription for amoxicillin 500 mg PO. The patient is unable to show or swallow capsules or tablets. The physician has approved the dispensing of amoxicillin suspension. How many milliliters should be given in each dose if the concentration is 125mg/5mL?

a)

5 mL

b)

10 mL

c)

15 mL

d)

20 mL

18.

Which USP chapter addresses compounding nonsterile products?

a)

USP <790>

b)

USP <795>

c)

USP <797>

d)

USP <800>

19.

Which of the following antidepressant is classified as an SNRI?

a)

duloxetine

b)

escitalopram

c)

fluoxetine

d)

phenelzine

20.

All of the following are controlled substances indicated for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder EXCEPT

a)

atomoxetine

b)

amphetamine/dextroamphetamine

c)

lisdexamfetamine

d)

methylphenidate

21.

All of the following are controlled substances indicated for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder EXCEPT

a)

atomoxetine

b)

amphetamine/dextroamphetamine

c)

lisdexamfetamine

d)

methylphenidate

22.

What auxiliary label should be included on the container of medication that had the following instruction: " iv gtt au bid"?

a)

for external use

b)

for the ear

c)

for the eye

d)

use rectally

23.

The pharmacy technician receives a prescription for amoxicillin 250 mg, and the instructions read "i cap PO tid". What is the total daily dose?

a)

250 mg

b)

500 mg

c)

750 mg

d)

100 mg

24.

The iPledge is a mandatory program for patients receiving prescriptions of which medication

a)

conjugated estrogens

b)

isotretinoin

c)

medroxyprogesterone

d)

methylphenidate

25.

Which of the following is valid DEA number for Dr. Mary Rocket?

a)

AM 4525890

b)

BM 4525891

c)

BR 4525892

d)

MR 4525893

26.

Which is the generic name for Cymbalta?

a)

duloxetine

b)

fluoxetine

c)

paroxetine

d)

setraline

27.

How much Demerol would be given to a pt if the dose on hand was 50 mg/mL and the pt was to receive 75 mg?

a)

0.5 mL

b)

1.0 mL

c)

1.5 mL

d)

2.0 mL

28.

Interpret the following Rx. Which directions for use should appear on the Rx label?

Lorazepam 0.5 mg #30

1 tab PO TID prn anxiety

Refill x 2

a)

Take one tablet by mouth as needed for anxiety

b)

Take one tablet by mouth three times a day for anxiety

c)

Take one tablet by mouth three times a day as needed for anxiety

d)

Take one tablet three times a day as needed for anxiety

29.

Which DEA from must be submitted to the DEA to request permission to destroy controlled substances?

a)

DEA form 41

b)

DEA form 222

c)

DEA form 224

d)

DEA form 225

30.

In multiples of what number should tablets or capsules be counted at a time using a spatula and a pill tray?

a)

1

b)

2

c)

5

d)

10

31.

Which is another name for a nonproprietary drug?

a)

brand name drug

b)

generic drug

c)

investigational drug

d)

OTC drug

32.

A pharmacy tech is asked to compund a liquid preparation. Which type of mortar and pestle should be selected in performing this task?

a)

glass

b)

porcelian

c)

wedgewood

d)

plastic

33.

Which dosage form is an aqeuous solution with sucrose?

a)

elixir

b)

emulsion

c)

suspension

d)

syrup

34.

which of the following professions permits a practitioner to prescribe medications?

a)

chiropractor

b)

optometrist

c)

physician assistant

d)

psychologist

35.

How many days would a prescription of 60 tables last if the directions were "i tab PO qid ac"?

a)

10 days

b)

15 days

c)

20 days

d)

30 days