Washington Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence MPJE Practice Exam

Is a separate patient counseling area required in the pharmacy?

1. Yes, it is required

2. No, not specifically required

3. Yes, but only in hospitals

4. No, unless counseling is refused

The correct answer is: No, not specifically required

A separate counseling area is not required specifically by law, but pharmacies are still required to offer patient counseling in a private area if requested by the patient. Option A is incorrect because there is no specific requirement for a separate counseling area, it is simply an optional offering. Option C is incorrect because this is only applicable to hospitals, not pharmacies. Option D is incorrect because counseling cannot be refused if requested by the patient, in which case a private area must be provided.