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PTCE Pharmacy Technician

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Which of the following controlled medications may be destroyed by a pharmacy with blanket authorization from the DEA to destroy controlled substances?
  1. Outdated controlled medications
  2. Remaining controlled medication from a partially used ampule
  3. Controlled medication returned to the pharmacy due to a patient passing away
  4. All of the above
Explanation
Answer: D - All of the above medications may be destroyed by a pharmacy with blanket authorization to destroy controlled substances. These medications must be destroyed using a method that results in leaving the medication in a state that it cannot be used. If a pharmacy technician is performing the destruction, they must have a pharmacist or nurse witness the action.
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