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Impaired colleague — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardPharmacy Law and EthicsImpaired colleagueGPhC CRA

A controlled-drug balance is 20 tablets short when the register and stock are reconciled. No transcription error is found. What is the immediate priority?

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Correct answer: E — Secure the stock, investigate and escalate under the CD procedure

An unexplained controlled-drug discrepancy requires prompt containment, documented investigation and escalation to the accountable officer or appropriate authority under local procedures. Records must not be falsified to make the figures agree.

Reference: https://www.pharmacyregulation.org/students-and-trainees/pharmacist-education-and-training/registration-assessment