Pharmacy Technician PTCB Practice Test

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Which of the following is the best strategy for reducing the possibility of dispensing errors when utilizing narcotics in nursing wards?

Reduce the number of dose check systems
Limit the opiates available on floor stock
Keep Safety Data Sheets on hand for all narcotics
Perform monthly controlled medication inventories

The correct answer is: Limit the opiates available on floor stock

Limiting the opiates available on floor stock is the best strategy for reducing the possibility of dispensing errors when utilizing narcotics in nursing wards. This is because having limited access to these medications reduces the risk of incorrect dosing or unauthorized use. Option A, reducing the number of dose check systems, may actually increase the risk of errors as nurses may rely on these systems for proper dosage and administration. Option C, keeping Safety Data Sheets on hand for all narcotics, is important for workplace safety but does not directly address the issue of dispensing errors. Option D, performing monthly controlled medication inventories, can help catch errors after they have already occurred but does not prevent them from happening in the first place.