Pharmacy SIG Codes Quiz

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Pharmacy SIG Codes Quiz

Welcome to Pharmacy SIG Codes Practice Test. There are total of 100 Questions, but you get to attempt 20 questions every so attempt more than once and try your knowledge of prescription sig codes.

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A patient is prescribed a short course of antibiotics for 10 days. The directions state “1 tab bid”. How should this be clarified on the label?

2 / 20

For a PRN pain medication, what is the maximum daily frequency recommended?

3 / 20

A patient is prescribed an antibiotic to be taken with food. Is TID AC or TID PC the more appropriate abbreviation?

4 / 20

If a physician wrote “Take 1 tablet twice a day at 8 AM and 8 PM”, what is the correct sig?

5 / 20

What is the sig code for inhale one puff via inhaler every 6 hours as needed for shortness of breath?

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If a patient is to take a medication “three times a week”, how would you write the sig?

7 / 20

What does “1 supp hs” mean on a prescription?

8 / 20

What is the sig code for inject 2 mL subcutaneously once weekly?

9 / 20

You receive a prescription that states “Apply topically twice per week.” What days should this be applied?

10 / 20

What is the sig code for inject 60 mg subcutaneously every other week?

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Most pharmacies have a standardized list of common Latin abbreviations used in prescription directions. Which of the following is NOT usually included on these lists?

12 / 20

What is the sig code for instill one drop in each eye three times a day?

13 / 20

What is the sig code for take one tablet by mouth at bedtime?

14 / 20

What is the sig code for instill one drop in each eye once daily at bedtime?

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What does “one time” dose mean?

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A patient questions whether they should take their medication only when experiencing symptoms or daily as prescribed. The label states “Take 1 tablet daily PRN pain.” What does this mean?

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You receive a prescription for an antibiotic that states “Take 2 tablets three times daily for 7 days.” What is the proper label instructions?

18 / 20

A patient is prescribed a topical cream “Apply a pea sized amount to affected area bid.” How should the label better clarify the instructions?

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What is the sig code for apply one pump to affected area every 6 hours as needed for pain?

20 / 20

A patient with high blood pressure is prescribed an ACE inhibitor. Which PRN medication would be best prescribed alongside it in case of angioedema?

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