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Missed combined pill — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePatient Counselling and Pharmaceutical CareMissed combined pillGPhC CRA

A patient taking a combined oral contraceptive missed tablets and is unsure which week of the packet she is in. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: E — Use current missed-pill guidance and clarify timing, number missed and unprotected sex before advising

Missed-pill advice depends on timing, number missed and pregnancy risk. 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: FSRH; MEP