Question

a pharmacy technician is preparing to dispense a prescription for a patient. the instructions on the prescription indicate “supp.” which of the following statements should the technician make to the patient?
“this medication is a supplement.”
“this medication suppresses hunger.”
“this medication needs to be supplied by a pharmacist.”
“this medication is a suppository.”

Explanation:

In medical - prescription abbreviations, "supp." stands for suppository. A suppository is a solid dosage form that is inserted into a body orifice such as the rectum, vagina, or urethra.

Answer:

"This medication is a suppository."