Question

which of the following aspects of the prescription below should indicate to a pharmacy technician that the prescription might have been altered? hydrocodone/apap 5mg-325mg take 1-2 tabs every 4 hours #60 +1 rf date: today

#60
+1 rf
1-2 tabs
apap

Explanation:

Identify the drug classification

Using the Schedule II Regulations and Hydrocodone Refill Rules knowledge points

$$ \text{Hydrocodone/APAP is a Schedule II (C-II) controlled substance.} $$

Analyze federal regulations for C-II refills

Using the Schedule II Regulations and Hydrocodone Refill Rules knowledge points

$$ \text{Under federal law, Schedule II prescriptions cannot be refilled (0 refills allowed).} $$

Evaluate the prescription details for red flags

Using the Schedule II Regulations and Hydrocodone Refill Rules knowledge points

$$ \text{The prescription indicates "+1 RF" (one refill), which is illegal for a C-II drug and signals potential alteration.} $$

Answer:

• (A) #60
• (B) +1 RF (Correct answer)
• (C) 1-2 tabs
• (D) APAP