Question

question 24

a pharmacy technician discovers that 30 tablets of hydrocodone are missing from inventory at the end of the day. which of the following is the most appropriate immediate action?

• document the discrepancy in the daily log and address it at the next inventory check.
• report the loss to the pharmacist and complete dea form 106 for a significant loss of controlled substances.
• conduct a self-investigation before reporting the loss.
• recount the inventory the following day before escalating.

Explanation:

Identify the drug classification

Using the Controlled Substance Theft Reporting knowledge point

• Hydrocodone is a Schedule II controlled substance.
• Any significant loss or theft of controlled substances must be handled according to strict federal regulations.

Determine the immediate action

Using the Controlled Substance Theft Reporting knowledge point

• A pharmacy technician must immediately report any discrepancy or loss of controlled substances to the pharmacist-in-charge.
• Under DEA regulations, a significant loss of controlled substances must be reported to the DEA using DEA Form 106.
• Delaying action by waiting for the next inventory check, conducting a self-investigation, or waiting to recount the next day is inappropriate and violates regulatory compliance.

Answer:

• Document the discrepancy in the daily log and address it at the next inventory check.
• Report the loss to the pharmacist and complete DEA Form 106 for a significant loss of controlled substances. (Correct answer)
• Conduct a self-investigation before reporting the loss.
• Recount the inventory the following day before escalating.