Washington Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence MPJE Practice Exam

How should telephoned and FAXed Rx be processed?

1. Oral Rx must be reduced to writing and FAX treated like oral Rx

2. Ignored until a written prescription is received

3. Immediately dispensed based on verbal instructions

4. Only accepted during business hours

The correct answer is: Oral Rx must be reduced to writing and FAX treated like oral Rx

Rx stands for prescription. A, which is to reduce it to writing is the best option because it ensures accuracy and clarity in the prescription before it is dispensed. Option B, to ignore it, is not a practical option as it would delay the dispensing of the medication. Option C, to immediately dispense based on verbal instructions, carries a risk of misinterpretation and potential for error. Option D, to only accept during business hours, is not the best choice as patients may need urgent prescriptions outside of regular business hours. Processing a telephoned or FAXed Rx in the same manner as an oral Rx, by reducing it to writing, ensures the best patient care.