Law and Ethics Flashcards
How long can an RP be absent from the pharmacy?
Two hours.
Can Doctors self-prescribe or prescribe for their families?
Yes but GMC states that it is good practise to AVOID doing so for yourself or anyone with whom you have a close personal relationship
How soon after an emergency supply much a prescription be provided?
Within 72 hours of the emergency supply being made.
Can you hand out already dispensed medicines in the absence of an RP?
No
Can you sell P medicines in the absence of the RP?
NO
Is it a GPhC requirement to have at least one consultation room in a community pharmacy?
NO
What are the three types of services on the Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework?
Essential services and clinical governance, advanced services and enhanced services.
What schedule CD is temazepam?
Schedule 3
Can schedule 2 and 3 CDs be repeated?
NO
Is it a legal requirement for CDs to be destroyed on the same day the return is made?
NO
What must you do if a CD is returned by a patient and it cannot be destroyed promptly?
Place in a sealed bag clearly labelled as “PATIENT RETURNS - WAITING TO BE DESTROYED” separate to the stock.
Is it a requirement for a witness to be present during the denaturing of CD stock (sch. 1/2)?
A witness is required for denaturing expired CDs from pharmacy stock but NOT for patient-returned CDs.
Where should destruction of patient-returned CDs be recorded?
In a separate record e.g. CD destruction register for returned meds - NOT the CD register.
According to the repeat dispensing service, how long can a GP practise issues a prescription without having seen the patient for?
Up to one year
Does the patient have to pay for the NMS service?
NO
