Question

according to the dea, how often should a pharmacy technician conduct an inventory check for controlled substances?

every 4 years
every year
every 3 years
every 2 years

Explanation:

Identify the federal regulatory requirement

Under federal law, specifically the Controlled Substances Act enforced by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), registrants are required to conduct a complete and accurate inventory of all controlled substances on hand.

Determine the required inventory frequency

The DEA regulations (21 CFR § 1304.11) mandate that after the initial inventory, a registrant must take a new inventory of all controlled substances on hand at least once every two years. This is known as the biennial inventory requirement.

Answer:

• Every 4 years
• Every year
• Every 3 years
• Every 2 years (Correct answer)