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Insulin prescription units — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyInsulin prescription unitsGPhC CRA

A prescription reads insulin aspart 10 u three times daily. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: D — Clarify the dose because units should be written clearly

Insulin dose instructions should use clear wording to reduce misinterpretation. In this vignette, "Clarify the dose because units should be written clearly" is the safest single best answer. The other options are less appropriate because they miss the key clinical risk, conflict with UK medicines guidance, or delay needed review.

Reference: MEP