Washington Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence MPJE Practice Exam

Is documentation of counseling or refusal required?

1. Yes, always

2. No, never

3. Yes, but only if refused

4. Documentation is highly recommended but not required

The correct answer is: Documentation is highly recommended but not required

Documentation of counseling or refusal is not always required because in some cases, counseling may not have been necessary or may not have been provided. It is also incorrect to assume that refusal automatically requires documentation. However, it is highly recommended to document counseling or refusal to provide a comprehensive record of the situation and to protect both the counselor and the patient in case of any legal issues. Therefore, documentation is not always required but it is highly recommended.