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PTCE Pharmacy Technician

Category - Inventory

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During the biennial controlled substance inventory, you come across an open 500-count bottle of oxycodone/acetaminophen 5/500mg tablets. Which of the following is true for this medication?
  1. You must count it by hand because it is a Schedule II medication
  2. You must count it by hand because it is a Schedule III medication in a 500-count bottle
  3. You do not need to count it by hand; the quantity on hand can be simply estimated since it is a Schedule III medication in less than a 1000 count bottle
  4. You do not need to count it by hand; the quantity on hand can be simply estimated since it is a Schedule II medication in less than a 5000 count bottle
Explanation
Answer: A - For the biennial controlled substance inventory, this medication needs to be counted by hand. All Schedule II medications must be physically counted, by hand for every biennial inventory. Estimating the quantities of these medications is not permitted. All Schedule II medications in the pharmacy must be physically counted, including those awaiting disposal.
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