PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification Practice Test

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Sample Questions

Question 1

Under the Controlled Substances Act, which schedule contains drugs with the highest abuse potential and NO accepted medical use in the United States?

Answer: Schedule I (e.g., heroin, LSD, marijuana at federal level).

Question 2

What DEA form is used to order Schedule I and Schedule II controlled substances?

Answer: DEA Form 222 (or the electronic equivalent, CSOS).

Question 3

How many refills are permitted for a Schedule II controlled substance prescription?

Answer: Zero — Schedule II prescriptions cannot be refilled.

Question 4

How many refills are permitted for a Schedule III or IV controlled substance prescription?

Answer: Up to 5 refills within 6 months of the date written.

Question 5

What DEA form must be completed when a pharmacy discovers a theft or significant loss of controlled substances?

Answer: DEA Form 106 (Report of Theft or Significant Loss of Controlled Substances).