Question

which of the following federal agencies requires that schedule ii medications be locked up at all times within the pharmacy?
drug enforcement administration (dea)
food and drug administration (fda)
centers for disease control and prevention (cdc)
centers for medicare & medicaid services (cms)

Explanation:

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is responsible for regulating controlled substances, including Schedule II medications. These medications have a high potential for abuse and must be locked up at all times within the pharmacy to prevent unauthorized access. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) focuses on the safety, efficacy, and regulation of drugs and food products, not specifically on the security - related storage of controlled substances in pharmacies. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is mainly concerned with public health and disease prevention. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is involved in healthcare insurance and reimbursement.

Answer:

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)