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Exam 3
Pharm Law
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11/17/2008

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Term
what is a pic?
Definition
- the PIC is responsible for the entire pharmacy operation (inventory, accountability, and staffing)
Term
what is the inventory process taken when a new PIC is put in place for schedules III-V?
Definition
- when assuming the position, there must be a written inventory taken within 3 days for schedules III-V and retained for 4 years on an invoice
Term
what is the inventory process taken when a new PIC is put in place for schedule II?
Definition
- must be on a DEA 222 form and submitted to the DEA and retained for four years
Term
how many places can a pharmacist be a PIC at?
Definition
- max of 2 as long as one is in an institution only requiring the PIC part-time
Term
PIC rules in NH
Definition
- supervising all personnel; maintaining records; security; who has keys; check medication; prohibits misbranded/adultered drugs in pharmacy; maintain compliance with all laws; P&Ps
Term
what are p&p's?
Definition
- policies and procedures
- today, these are handed down from corporate but the PIC is responsible for making sure staff knows P&P's
Term
NH code of administrative rules?
Definition
- licensing of pharmacists
- licensing of pharmacies
- the practice of pharmacy
- safekeeping and distribution of pharmaceuticals
- inspection of pharmacies
- licensing other facilities where legend drugs are kept
Term
licensing of pharmacists (requirements)
Definition
- application to board
- >or= 18yrs
- 3 signed references
- name, address, phone #, DOB, place of birth
- federal, state liquor or drug violations
- pharmacy license disciplinary actions from another state
- any felony convictions
- college attended, date graduated, degree awarded
- practical experience (1500hrs)
- copy of birth certificate
- full face photo
- final transcript
- $265
- all must be notarized
Term
pharmacy intern requirements
Definition
- must be working towards completion of 1500hrs of pharmacy internship starting no earlier than 4mnths prior to the 3rd year of pharmacy school
- all intership hours must have been donein a pharmacy practice setting
Term
pharmacy intern responsibilities
Definition
- the selling of drugs and medical supplies
- interpreting, compounding, preparing, and dispensing Rx orders
- preparing pharmaceutical products
- keeping records and preparing reports required by federal and state statutes
- "interns can do anything a pharmacist can do except the final check as long as a pharmacist is present"
Term
NAPLEX exam
Definition
- must achieve a score of 75 or better (if not, reapply and wait 90 days to retake the exam)
- tests knowledge in pharm. theory, applied or practical pharm, pharmacology, math and chemistry, laws governing the practice of pharmacy
Term
state law exam
Definition
- consists of questions from both state and federal laws and regulations
- msut have a passing score of 75 or better (if not, reapply and wait 30 days to retake)
- once your application is submitted to the board, you will have 90 days to take the exam (50% of licensing requirements)
Term
reciprocity
Definition
- for pharmacists who are licensed in another state and wish to practice in the state of NH there are 3 steps to complete (see other slide)
Term
3 steps of reciprocity
Definition
- fill out a NABP application - you need the same info as previously mentioned
- will need to take and pass a NH jurisprudence exam on federal and state laws within 90 days of application (passing score is 75 or better)
- basically just dont have to retake the NAPLEX
Term
renewal of pharmacist license info
Definition
- all pharmacists must annually renew by midnight on Dec 31st
- notify board in writing within 15 days of any change of address, employment location, or name
- must display license where practicing (primary site)
Term
how many CEU's must a pharmacists have per year
Definition
- 1.5 (or 15 hours)
- may be accepted from other states as well as post-grad work
- audio/visual accepted only if there is an exam afterwards
- 5hrs must be in a live setting (didactic)
- no carryovers
Term
what qualifies as a ceu?
Definition
- NH state board of pharmacy approved
- OR must be ACPE, AMA category 1
approved (not necessarily state specific - i.e. not necessarily approved by NH)
- no repeat programs
Term
when is a pharmacist exempt from CEUs?
Definition
- first license renewal
- extenuating circumstances
Term
What part does the Board of Pharmacy take in regards to CEU?
Definition
- the BOP will audit no less than 10% of RPh license renewals
Term
credit for instructors of CE programs
Definition
- credit can be given, but only once per program and up to 4 per year
- this will not count as didactic (live CEU) if you are an educator of health professionals
- CE credit will only be given if the topic is outside of what you would normally teach
Term
In-state CEU providers
Definition
- must register with the Board every 2 yrs and must demonstrate competency, etc.
- shall maintain records of participants for 3 yrs
Term
Licensing of a pharmacy: pharmacy permit options
Definition
- licensing of the entire store
- licensing of the prescription area only
Term
application for the license of a pharmacy
Definition
- type of pharmacy
- name and home address of PIC
- name of pharmacy and identification of ownership
- hours of operation
- inventory value
- name and hours of all pharmacists, including their license numbers
- list of persons who have keys
- scale drawings and space utilization
- must appear before the board (both the owner and PIC)
Term
permits
Definition
- permits are issued to the pharmacy in the name of the PIC
- this permit indicates that the PIC has accepted responsibility for all aspects of the pharm. dept.
- all permits expire when the PIC's license expires, is revoked, or if the PIC's employment status changes
- all permits must be renewed by midnight on Dec 31st of each year
Term
licensing of the entire store
Definition
- the pharmacy permit shall include the rx dept. and all other retail sections
- enitre pharm. shall be equipped with a functional alarm system
- the rx dept. shall not be closed while the balance of the establisment remains open
- a licensed pharmacist shall be on duty at all times when the pharmacy is open to the public
Term
licensing of rx area only
Definition
- permit shall include only rx dept.
- rx dept. shall be equipped with a functional alarm system separate from the rest of the establishment
- the rx dept. may be closed while the remainder of the establishment remains open to the public
- a licensed pharmacist shall be on duty at all time when the rx dept. is open
- whenever the rx dept. is closed, a sign shall be placed indicating that there is no pharmacist on duty
- need physical barrier from floor to ceiling capable of being locked and alarmed separate from the rest of the store
Term
when a pharmacy is closed, can a rx be left via mail slot?
Definition
- yes, only if it falls directly into the rx dept. area and is accessible to ONLY a pharmacist (not an intern)
- no finished rx can be left outside the rx dept. for pick-up
Term
drug delieveries containing rx drugs
Definition
- can only be delivered when the rx dept is open
Term
who approves a remodel or relocation of a pharmacy?
Definition
- BOP
Term
structural requirements for the pharmacy
Definition
- needs a sink with hot and cold running water
- refrigerator set aside just for drugs
- cabinets and counters
- must be at least 200 sq. ft. in size
- must be well-lit have temperature controls, and have a quarantined area for outdated or damaged stock
Term
inspection REPORT by the BOP
Definition
- shall be posted in the rx dept.
- shall list deficiencies according to state and federal law
Term
when is the closing of a pharmacy area alone is allowed?
Definition
- only if the rx area is registered as a separate dept.
Term
lunch/breaks when the pharmacy is staffed by a single pharmacist
Definition
- the RPh may take a lunch break for up to 30 minutes without closing the pharmacy
Term
why are lunch/breaks included in the hours worked per week by a RPh?
Definition
- because they need to remain on the premises in case of emergencies (to be determined by the pt)
Term
what may techs and interns do while the RPh is on lunch/break?
Definition
- can be left in the pharmacy area and may accept new or refill prescriptions from the pts in person or just refills over the phone
- NO NEW RXS OVER THE PHONE
Term
what medications may be dispensed while the RPh is on break?
Definition
- refilled prescriptions only
Term
is a RPh on break liable for acts not authorized by them?
Definition
- no
Term
under what three conditions is the pharmacy owner "transferred"?
Definition
- by sale
- by add'n or deletion of a partner
- as a result of the death of a single owner
Term
under what three conditions is the pharmacy owner "transferred"?
Definition
- by sale
- by add'n or deletion of a partner
- as a result of the death of a single owner
Term
under what three conditions is the pharmacy owner "transferred"?
Definition
- by sale
- by add'n or deletion of a partner
- as a result of the death of a single owner
Term
what happens when the pharmacy owner is "transferred"?
Definition
- the person to whom the permit was issued (usually te PIC) has 15 days to report to the BOP, in writing, any changes in the application data
Term
what items must be present on the "amended application" after the pharmacy owner is transferred?
Definition
- type of change (name, location, size - renovations)
- name of prior and current (new) PIC
- names of all staff pharmacists
- date of change
- pharmacy hours
- application must be signed by the PIC
Term
3 categories of licenses that must be displayed in the pharmacy
Definition
- pharmacy permit
- DEA federal CS certificate
- all pharmacists and technician state licenses
Term
minimum standards of technical equipment and stock
Definition
- Rx labels with name, address, hpone number, and DEA registration number of the pharmacy
- assortment of auxiliary labels
- reference library
- pharmacy law book
Term
reference library
Definition
- determined by the PIC
- should relate to the type of pharmacy practice (i.e. compounding pharmacy should have compounding references)
Term
responsibilities of the compounder (rule 795)
Definition
- qualified personnel
- ingredients are pure
- packaging and labeling
- P&P's for each compound
- compounding environment
- appropriate beyond use dating
- compounding conditions are such to prevent errors
Term
what categories are covered under rule 795
Definition
- record keeping
- areas used will prevent contamination and errors
- proper equipment
- documentation of stability
Term
what types of records must be kept in accordance with rule 795
Definition
- formulation record
- compounding record
- MSDS
- final check
Term
formulation record
Definition
- name, strength, and dosage form of the preparation
- list all ingredients and quantities used
- equipment used
- mixing instructions in order and duration
- environmental controls
- other factors
- beyond use dating
- container used to dispense the preparation
- storage requirements
Term
compounding record (general)
Definition
- name and strength of compound
- formulation reference
- sources of lot numbers
- number of dosage units
- name of preparer
- name of the person who approved the preparation
Term
when is bulk compounding done?
Definition
- in anticipation of Rx
- i.e. if doctor continuously writes rxs for compound, you can make it ahead of time
Term
records for bulk compounding
Definition
- shall be kept separate
- formula used
- identity of the manufacturer of bulk chemicals
- lot number
- date of compounding
- exp. dates of each chemical
- quality control # assigned by pharmacist
- in-house lot #
- expiration date never over 1 year
- name of compounding pharmacist
Term
sterile compounding
Definition
- requirements for laminar air flow hood and clean room
- in add'n needs space for bulk storage
- must include a sink with hot and cold running water
- needs a refrigerator
- must be certified annualy with a class 100 HEPA filter, and this certification certificate must be retained for 3 years
Term
patient info needed for all compounding
Definition
- name, age, sex, and address
- phone number where the parenteral medication is or will be given
- primary dx
- summary of previous medical history and latest hospitilizations
- medication history, diet, all allergies
- progress notes and lab data
Term
additional labeling req'd for compounded products
Definition
- phone number of pharmacy
- all ingredients in the parenteral (with concentrations)
- storage and handling instructions
- chemotherapy drugs need extra handling procedures
Term
what things are included under policies and procedures?
Definition
- infection control
- spills of pharmaceuticals
- methods used in compounding
- quality assurance procedures
- disposal of supplies and pharmaceuticals
- training of staff
- DOCUMENT
Term
quality assurance
Definition
- cleaning and sanitization of the area
- surveillance for microbiological contamination of the response if contamination exists
- periodic documentation of the refrigerator and room temps
- drug recall procedures
- written justification of exp. dates
Term
when is the reference library needed?
Definition
- pt. counseling
- all drugs and sol'ns used in compounding
Term
general def. of manufacturing
Definition
- bulk compounding that is not pt. specific
- distribution for resale to another pharmacy
- mass marketing of preparations
Term
general def. of compounding
Definition
- pt. specific
- bulk componding is allowed ONLY FOR ANTICIPATED RXS
- "triad" exists between RPh, pt, and physician
Term
prepacking for intrnal distribution label
Definition
- must be done under the direction of RPh and include drug name, strength, name of mfg, in-house quality control #, exp date, quantity in the pre-pack
Term
prepack written record (NOT LABEL)
Definition
- name, strength, and dosage form
- quality control number
- mfg and lot #
- exp date
- quantity
- number of prepacked units
- date packaged
- name of pre-packer
- signature of supervising pharmacist
Term
automated data processing systems (ADPS)
Definition
- shall provide security against manipulation or alteration of stored records by individual access codes
- affords complete access to records
- PIC shall be responsible of all processing and storage of records
- shall provide on line retrieval by CRT display or hard copy print out
Term
info req'd when using ADPS
Definition
- rx number
- date of issuance
- name and address of pt
- name, address, and DEA number of practition (only of CS)
- drug name, strength, dosage form, quantity prescribed, quantity dispensed, and number of refills
Term
what should the refill history contain
Definition
- name of drug and strength
- date of refill
- quantity
- ID code or name and initials of RPh
- name and address of pt
- total number of refills that have been authorized and dispensed to date
- prescribers name and DEA #
Term
documentation for refills
Definition
- hard copy printout for CS (4 yrs)
- RPh should verify each new rx and refill on the printout
- printout must be signed and dated by each RPh that worked that day
Term
what can be used in lieu of a printout in regards to documentation of refills
Definition
- a log book is also acceptable but the RPh still must sign and date
Term
central (off-site) systems
Definition
- provides a printout within 48hrs
- down time procedures
- each pharmacy shall maintain a file of hard copy rxs with a computer generated label which will be affixed to the back of the rx
Term
presigned rx blanks
Definition
- no person shall possess, and no pharmacy shall have within it, any document pre-signed by the doctor
Term
exceptions to blanks in NH rxs
Definition
- out of state Rxs
- dept. of defense rxs
- veterans admin
- dept of any us hc services
Term
what MUST be present when transmitting rxs
Definition
- electronic device must be present in the pharmacy area
Term
transmitted rxs of III, IV, and V
Definition
- you may use transmitted rx as an original hard copy rx
Term
transmitted rxs of II
Definition
- can be accepted but cannot be dispensed until the original written rx is obtained (with a few exceptions - i.e. hospice, LTC)
Term
rx transfers
Definition
- shall be communicated directly bt two licensed RPhs
- no further refills can be issued at the pharmacy that has transferred the rx, unless it is transferred back again
- CAN transfer CS as long as there are refills left, but it can only be transferred once regardless of amt of refills
Term
what must be done by the transferring RPh
Definition
- must write "void" on face of rx (if CS)
- transferring RPh must note on the pt. medication record date of transfer, name of RPh transferring the rx, and the name, address, and RPh of the receiving pharmacy
Term
when are fax rxs accepted for transfers
Definition
- ONLY for non-cs
- cs must be phoned in
Term
what must the receiving RPh do to a transferred Rx
Definition
- write "transfer" across face
- notate pt name and address, dr. name and address, date of original rx, date of transfer, number of refills remaining and date of last refill, pharmacy name, address, and original rx number from which rx is transferred (DEA # req'd if cs), and the full name of the transferor RPh
Term
when do pharmacies NOT have to "transfer" drugs
Definition
- when the pharmacies share a common database for dispensing
- ONLY FOR NON-CS
- cs must be transferred
Term
how often may a transferred rx be refilled
Definition
- to the number of refills OR 1 year from the original date of transfer
Term
what two places can you look for qualified drugs for interchange
Definition
- "A" rated in orange book
- OR in NH list of interchangeable Rxs
Term
what qualifications must a drug meet to be interchangeable
Definition
- therapeutically equivalent
- same active ingredient, strength, quantity, and dosage form
- must be less expensive than prescribed
Term
what steps are taken during interchange of a drug
Definition
- RPh or agent must notify the pt of the lower priced drug
- pt. can refuse interchange
- RPh MAY include brand name following the generic name but "sub" or "ic" must appear before or after
- NDC number or mfg must appear on the label of drug dispensed
Term
rxs written generically
Definition
- no need to use ic laws
- some generics have trade names - BE CAREFUL
Term
return of drugs
Definition
- pt can return a drug, but it cannot be re-dispensed unless the drug had been dispensed to an institution in unit-dose packaging
- devices cannot be returned
Term
exceptions to devices not allowed in the return of drugs
Definition
- crutches, hospial beds, wheelchairs, DME that can be sanitized
Term
DME
Definition
- durable medical equipment
- ex: beds, wheelchairs, etc
Term
rx pick-up and delivery
Definition
- cannot be left at, picked up from, or accepted by any location that is not licensed as a pharmacy
- rxs can be delivered anywhere the pt or pt's agent is located by an employee or a common carrier
Term
delivery of rxs by a distributor when the pharmacy is closed
Definition
- totally enclosed area shall be used (from floor to ceiling)
- the cage must be approved by the BOP
- keys assigned by the PIC
- all totes must be affixed with numbered seals
- all deliveries will have a "chain of custody"
Term
chain of custody info
Definition
- date and time of delivery
- number of totes
- list of seal numbers
- signature of delivery person and receiving person
- then the cage gets locked
Term
order retrieval of a delivery
Definition
- must be done by a RPh or designee
- RPh or designee must verify number of totes, verify the seal numbers, verify the order has not been tampered with
- the RPh (NOT THE DESIGNEE)will sign and date the chain of custody log
- records maintained for 2 yrs
Term
PRN or Ad-lib refills
Definition
- max of one year
- drug schedule laws apply
- upon death of prescriber, suspension of prescriber's license, or the close of a practitioner's practice, no more refills will be allowed
- notwithstanding the above, the RPh, using good professional judgement, may dispense up to a 90-day supply of the medication
Term
interim supply
Definition
- failure to fill will interrupt a therapeutic regimen or create pt suffering
- 72 hr supply ONLY
- RPh must inform practitioner ASAP
- RPh must notify the pt that this is the final supply that can be dispensed without a new rx
- this provision is for all drugs except IIs
Term
what are circumstances that may justify an interim supply
Definition
- a natural or man-made disaster has occurred
- RPh is unable to contact the practitioner
Term
drug storage
Definition
- all drugs shall be stored at a temprature which complies with the USP
- druge storage area shall be controlled by a RPh and shall not be accessible to unauthorized persons
Term
emergency drug kits
Definition
- usually pertains to LTc and nursing home facilities for immediate admin
- there are no restrictions of noncs
- must be sealed with a tamper proof lock and kept in a locked med room, closet, or cart
- a RPh shall check the e-kit monthly and document what is left inside the kit
Term
what are the max numbers an e-kit can contain
Definition
- each kit may contain a max of 8 cs with no more than 8 doses of each
- no restriction on noncs
Term
who can access the e-kit?
Definition
- Rph
- DON
- nurse on duty
- practitioner
Term
emergency kits - CS
Definition
- a record shall be kept for all doses given inside the kit
- a RPh shall receive and store such record for 4yrs
- when the kit is opened, the RPh shall be notified within 24 hrs
- shift counts shall be done until the kit is resealed by a RPh
Term
who must approve of the e-kit
Definition
- RPh
- DON
- medical director
- BOP authorizes placement
Term
in add'n to the e-kit what may be kept in the facilities
Definition
- IV fluids
- supplies
Term
Rx copies
Definition
- must have "copy" or "for reference only" on it
- date copy was given
- document that copy given must be on the original copy
- RPh receiving copy from pt must call the prescriber for a new rx and call the previous pharmacy to have the original voided
- RPh from the original pharmacy must then date and void the original
- maintain a transfer log
Term
who may dispense to inpts
Definition
- clinics and hospitals
Term
under what conditions may clinics and hospitals dispense to outpts
Definition
- if they are an employee or a member of the employee's family and living in the same household
Term
can a one time fill to a discharged pt be given?
Definition
- yes but must keep those records separate
Term
pt product info for contraceptives, estrogens, and progestin compounds
Definition
- must be dispensed with the original rx and for refills upon request
Term
what info must be kept confidential in regards to pt records?
Definition
- name, address, phone number, DOB or age, gender
- rx info for the last 12mnths from the last entry, including drug name, strength, directions, prescriber info, and date received
- comments made by the RPh, pt, or prescriber
- any allergies, drug rxns, idiosyncrasies, chronic conditions, or disease states
- use of otc drugs and medical devices
Term
idiosyncrasies
Definition
- unexpected drug rxn (not documented)
Term
prospective drug review
Definition
- must be done for each new rx
- rph must check for over/under utilization
- therapeutic duplication
- drug to disease contraindications
- drug to drug interactions
- incorrect drug dosage or duration
- drug allergies
- clinical abuse or misuse
- take appropriate steps when one of the above is realized
Term
patient counseling (OBRA)
Definition
- RPh must offer to counsel to optimize drug therapy
- applies to every organization dispensing drugs except inpts where other hc professionals are involved in pt care
- pt counseing shall be by the pharmacist and shall be in person whenever possible, or by phone
Term
can pt counseling be done over the phone?
Definition
- yes, as long as it is done before the first dose
Term
counseling elements
Definition
- name of drug
- dosage form, route, and duration
- intended use and expected action
- precautionis and special instructionis
- common side effects and interactions
- self-monitoring parameters
- storage
- refill info
- action for a missed dose
- misc info
Term
alternative forms of counseling
Definition
- written info
- booklets
- pictogram leaflets
- videos
Term
record keeping of counseling
Definition
- really just done on new rxs
- RPh should document refusal or acceptance of counseling
- however, in the failure to document pts refusal to counseling, it shall be assumed that counseling took place
Term
termination of a pharmacy operation
Definition
- LOOK AT SLIDES!!!!!!!!!
Term
closing of a pharmacy
Definition
- notify the board 30 days prior to closing the system
- provide hard copy print-out for noncs going back 1 year
- provide hard copy print-out for controls going back 2 year
- make provisions for a nearby pharmacy to have these records available
Term
access to the pharmacy in a facility setting
Definition
- approved by the PIC with P&Ps
- licensed nurses in emergency situations may obtain drugs as needed wen they are not available as floor stock
- the nurse must leave the MD order and the bulk container or sample of the drug with the order in the pharmacy
- nurse needs to document in full (day, dr, pt, etc)
Term
drug control in ambulatory pt tx areas
Definition
- practitioner may dispense drugs for the immediate use by the pt (72 for nonCII, 48 for cII)
- RPh may fill full rx but only for one time use (no refills)
- record kept separate for all drugs dispensed
- label requirements are same as retail
Term
general def. of collaborative pharmacy practice
Definition
- means the practice of pharmacy whereby one or more pharmacists agree to work with one or more practitioners under written protocol where a pharmacist may perform medication therapy management authorized by a practitioner under specified conditions and limitations
Term
standards for collaborative practice
Definition
- have at least $1,000,000 of professional liability coverage
- have a pharmd or 3yr clinical experience in an institution
- complete 5 contact hours per year pertaining to collaborative practice (CEU's - didactic)
- for injectable drugs, the RPh must complete an ACPE course (i.e. flu shots)
- has to be renewed every 2 years
Term
things that may be included in protocols developed regarding collaborative practice
Definition
- specific drug to be managed
- terms that the RPh may implememt, modify or discontinue therapy
- when the RPh may contact the practitioner
- lab tests
- time frame to notify the practitioner of changes
- document all changes and monitoring in conjunction with the protocols
- must maintain all documents at the pharmacy
Term
settings where collaborative practice is allowed
Definition
- hospitals
- LTC facilities
- hospice settings
- ambulatory clinics where there is no retail pharmacy connection
Term
medication therapy management
Definition
- means the review of medication therapy regimens of pts by a pharmacist for the purpose of evaluating and modifying the medication regiment in accordance with the collaborative pharmacy practice agreement
Term
emergency contraceptive collaboratice agreement
Definition
READ SLIDES!!!!!!!!
Term
what do informed consent forms include
Definition
- indication for the use of emergency contraception
- mechanism of action
- appropriate method for taking the medication
- possible rxns
- circumstances that may req follow-up with a physician
- once completed, both the RPh and pt will sign and date the form
Term
what does the pt assessment form include
Definition
- pt name and address
- pt dob
- personal info which reqs the use of emergency contraception
- known allergies to medications or drugs
Term
pt fact sheet
Definition
- indication of the drug
- appropriate method for drug use
- need for medical follow up and referral
- info on sexual assault and referral info
Term
records to be kept
Definition
- collaborative agreement (or copy)
- completed informed consent forms
- completed pt. assessment forms
- these forms can be obtained from the BOP
- these forms shall be kept for 4 years at the dispensing pharmacy
Term
impaired pharmacist program
Definition
- it is a contract bt the bop and the organization that runs the program
- every state has one
- it can be assoc. w suspension of license
- it may include probation with unannounced drug tests
- counseling
- it is not run by the bop but the organization running the program reports to the bop
Term
safety closures and containers
Definition
- must be on all rx containers
- prevents poisoning of kids under 5
- pt can authorize non-safety at time of pick-up or a blanket order
- can be written or oral
- md cannot have blanket order; it must be written on each rx and can be applied to all refills for the rx only
- do not re-use closures due to defects of safety tops after use
- can re-use glass vials or bottles if you replace the closure
- mfg must comply if intent is that package is to be dispensed in origina container
Term
exceptions to safety closures and containers
Definition
- nitroglycerin (NTG)
- eye drops
- creams
- ointments
Term
supportive personnel
Definition
- pharmacy tech (registered or certified)
- NH has no pharm tech to RPh ratio
- can only perform tech fxs (cannot counsel or do last check)
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