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Responsible pharmacist absence — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardPharmacy LawResponsible pharmacist absenceGPhC CRA

The responsible pharmacist needs to leave the pharmacy for 90 minutes during opening hours. Pharmacy staff ask whether P medicines can continue to be sold. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: E — RP absence rules and pharmacy procedures must be followed; supervision and legal limits apply

The responsible pharmacist regulations allow limited absence subject to conditions and pharmacy procedures. The RP remains responsible and must ensure safe systems. Staff do not automatically become the RP, and activities must remain within legal supervision rules.

Reference: Medicines Act; MEP