Question

which of the following resources should a pharmacy technician identify as being used to ensure that the benefits of a medication are greater than the possible risks?
risk evaluation and mitigation strategies (rems)
physicians desk reference (pdr)
department of health and human services (dhhs)
abbreviated new drug application (anda)
question 38
which of the following storage requirements is listed on a prescription label for amoxicillin oral suspension?
keep out of direct sunlight
do not refrigerate
refrigerate and shake well

Explanation:

1. Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS): These are FDA - required programs to help ensure that the benefits of a medication outweigh its risks by managing known or potential serious risks.
2. Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR): It is a compendium of drug prescribing information, mainly for healthcare providers to look up drug details like indications, dosages, but not specifically for benefit - risk assessment.
3. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS): It is a government agency, not a specific resource for individual benefit - risk assessment of a medication.
4. Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA): It is related to the approval process for generic drugs, not for benefit - risk assessment.

For amoxicillin oral suspension, it is typically stored in the refrigerator and shaken well before use.

Answer:

1. First question: A. Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS)
2. Second question: C. 'Refrigerate And Shake Well'