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PGD supply — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A community pharmacy service uses a PGD for influenza vaccination. A patient falls outside the PGD age criteria but asks the pharmacist to vaccinate anyway because they are travelling tomorrow. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: A — Do not supply or administer under that PGD if criteria are not met

A PGD is a legal mechanism that allows supply or administration only when its inclusion criteria and conditions are met. If the patient falls outside the PGD, another legal route such as a prescription or appropriate clinical service is needed. Retrospective authorisation does not make the supply lawful. Records must be accurate.

Reference: Human Medicines Regulations 2012; SPS PGD guidance; MEP