Arizona MPJE (Pharmacy Jurisprudence) Practice Exam

What minimum information must be included on hospital repackaged preparations?

1. Drug name/strength/form, lot number, expiration date, auxiliary labels, and mechanism to identify responsible pharmacist

2. Drug name/strength/form, expiration date, patient’s name, lot number, auxiliary labels

3. Lot number, expiration date, manufacturer's name, responsible pharmacist

4. Drug name/strength/form, lot number, where the drug was compounded, patient’s name

The correct answer is: Drug name/strength/form, lot number, expiration date, auxiliary labels, and mechanism to identify responsible pharmacist

The correct answer includes the full range of critical information necessary for ensuring the safety and efficacy of repackaged preparations within a hospital setting. Specifically, the minimum information mandated for hospital repackaged preparations encompasses the drug name, strength, form, lot number, expiration date, any applicable auxiliary labels, and a mechanism to identify the responsible pharmacist. Including the drug name, strength, and form ensures that healthcare providers can verify that the correct medication is being administered. The lot number and expiration date are crucial for tracking and managing recalls, as well as ensuring that the drug is used before it becomes ineffective or poses a safety risk. Auxiliary labels provide important instructions or warnings related to the drug, enhancing patient safety. Additionally, identifying the responsible pharmacist is vital for accountability and for tracking any issues that may arise concerning that specific preparation. This comprehensive approach contributes to both patient safety and adherence to regulatory standards within pharmacy practice in a hospital environment.