Question

question 67

a pharmacy technician is assisting a patient who wants to purchase a pseudoephedrine-containing product. according to the combat methamphetamine epidemic act (cmea), which of the following is a requirement for this sale?

• the patient must show a valid photo id and sign a logbook.
• the patient may purchase no more than 5 grams per day.
• the patient must present a valid prescription.
• the pharmacist must personally approve each sale.

Explanation:

Analyze the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) requirements

Using the Behind-the-Counter Medications and Pharmacy Law knowledge points

• Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) of 2005, pseudoephedrine is classified as a scheduled listed chemical product.
• The law regulates retail sales of pseudoephedrine, ephedrine, and phenylpropanolamine.
• Key requirements for a purchaser include presenting a valid government-issued photo identification and signing a written or electronic logbook recording their name, address, date, time of sale, and quantity purchased.

Evaluate the given options

• Option 1: "The patient must show a valid photo ID and sign a logbook." This directly aligns with federal CMEA requirements for pseudoephedrine sales.
• Option 2: "The patient may purchase no more than 5 grams per day." This is incorrect; the federal daily purchase limit is \(3.6\text{ grams}\) per day, and the 30-day limit is \(9.0\text{ grams}\).
• Option 3: "The patient must present a valid prescription." This is incorrect; pseudoephedrine is sold over-the-counter (behind-the-counter) without a prescription under federal law, though some states have stricter laws.
• Option 4: "The pharmacist must personally approve each sale." This is incorrect; while the product must be kept behind the counter or in a locked cabinet, a pharmacy technician can complete the transaction following CMEA protocols.

Answer:

• (A) The patient must show a valid photo ID and sign a logbook. (Correct answer)
• (B) The patient may purchase no more than 5 grams per day.
• (C) The patient must present a valid prescription.
• (D) The pharmacist must personally approve each sale.