Question

question 19

a prescriber requests over-the-counter (otc) aspirin ec. which of the following types of aspirin should a pharmacy technician select?

enteric coated
suppository
chewable
tablet

Explanation:

Identify the abbreviation in the prescription request

Using the Medical Abbreviations knowledge point
The prescriber requests "over-the-counter (OTC) aspirin EC." The abbreviation "EC" stands for enteric-coated.

Match the abbreviation to the correct dosage form

Using the Oral Dosage Forms knowledge point
Enteric-coated (EC) oral dosage forms are designed to resist dissolution in the acidic environment of the stomach and instead dissolve in the neutral-to-alkaline environment of the small intestine. This helps prevent gastric irritation. Therefore, the pharmacy technician should select "Enteric coated" aspirin.

Answer:

• Enteric coated (Correct answer)
• Suppository
• Chewable
• Tablet