West Virginia MPJE (Pharmacy Jurisprudence) Practice Exam

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True or False: The DEA requires pharmacies to have a backup procedure plan to fill all prescriptions in case of computer downtime.

False, only required for controlled substances
False, only required for non-controlled substances
True, required for all prescriptions
True, required only for emergency prescriptions

The correct answer is: False, only required for controlled substances

The statement is true, as the DEA mandates that pharmacies implement a backup procedure for filling prescriptions in case of computer downtime. This requirement encompasses all prescriptions, not limiting it solely to controlled substances. In practice, a pharmacy must have a reliable plan that allows them to continue operations effectively during periods of system failure, ensuring that both controlled and non-controlled prescriptions can be filled safely and in compliance with regulations. This is critical to maintaining patient access to necessary medications and upholding the integrity of pharmacy operations. The reasoning supports the position that all types of prescriptions should be accounted for in the backup plan, highlighting the importance of operational readiness. Therefore, the correct understanding is that the backup procedure applies universally across all prescription types.