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High-risk medicine final check — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyHigh-risk medicine final checkGPhC CRA

A prescription for warfarin 5 mg tablets is clinically appropriate, but the patient expected 1 mg tablets and is confused about the dose. The label states one daily. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: A — Clarify the intended dose and tablet strength before supply

Warfarin dosing is high risk and often uses variable doses and tablet strengths. Discrepancy between expectation and prescription should be clarified before supply. Clear counselling and anticoagulation documentation are important.

Reference: https://www.pharmacyregulation.org/registration-assessment#stage-8-order-45