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Patient-returned morphine — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyPharmacy Law and EthicsPatient-returned morphineGPhC CRA

A patient returns unused morphine oral solution that belonged to their late spouse. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: C — Accept for safe disposal according to procedures; patient-returned CDs are segregated from stock

Patient-returned CDs should not be re-entered into stock or reused. In this scenario, the pharmacist should prioritise safe supply, appropriate counselling and timely referral or clarification where needed. This is the single best answer because the other options would either delay assessment, ignore a clinically significant risk, or create an unsafe legal or professional outcome.

Reference: MEP; Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001