Federal
Requirements
Requirements
This federal law created the DEA and regulates controlled substances.
What is the Controlled Substances Act
This type of lettering helps prevent look‑alike/sound‑alike drug errors.
What is tall‑man lettering
This is the first step when entering a new prescription.
What is verifying patient information
This is the generic name for Tylenol.
What is acetaminophen
This abbreviation means “by mouth.”
What is PO
This form is required to order Schedule II medications.
What is DEA Form 222
This organization publishes the “Do Not Use” abbreviation list.
What is The Joint Commission
This abbreviation means “as needed.”
What is PRN
This ACE inhibitor is commonly used for hypertension.
What is lisinopril
This abbreviation means “twice daily.”
What is BID
This act requires child‑resistant packaging for most medications.
What is the Poison Prevention Packaging Act
This term describes an unexpected harmful reaction to a medication.
What is an adverse drug event?
This code means “dispense as written—no substitutions.”
What is DAW 1?
This is the brand name for atorvastatin.
What is Lipitor
A prescription for 30 tablets taken 1 tablet TID will last this many days.
What is 10 days
This law requires pharmacists to offer counseling to Medicaid patients.
What is OBRA ’90
This 10‑digit number identifies a drug’s manufacturer, product, and package size.
What is the NDC?
This alert warns of potential drug interactions or allergies.
What is a DUR alert
This medication class includes omeprazole and pantoprazole.
What are proton pump inhibitors
This abbreviation means “nothing by mouth.”
What is NPO?
This form must be completed when controlled substances are stolen or lost.
What is DEA Form 106
This organization focuses on preventing medication errors and improving safety.
What is ISMP
This abbreviation means “every 4 hours.”
What is q4h
This bronchodilator is used for asthma rescue therapy.
What is albuterol
A patient takes 5 mL twice daily. How many mL are needed for 14 days?
What is 140 mL