Ohio Pharmacy Law Practice Test

Which types of pharmacy technicians can prepare and affix labels to prescriptions?

1. Only certified technicians

2. Only registered technicians

3. All three types of technicians

4. Only trainee technicians

The correct answer is: All three types of technicians

In Ohio, all pharmacy technicians, regardless of their certification status or level of training, can prepare and affix labels to prescriptions as part of their duties. This includes certified technicians, registered technicians, and trainee technicians. The role of affixing labels is considered a fundamental task within the pharmacy setting, essential for ensuring that medications are accurately dispensed and correctly identified for patients. The law operates under the principle that as long as the pharmacy technician is supervised by a licensed pharmacist, they can perform this function. The classification of technician (whether certified, registered, or in training) does not restrict the ability to engage in this specific task. This approach aids in streamlining pharmacy operations and reinforces the collaborative environment within the pharmacy team, allowing technicians at various experience levels to contribute to the preparation of prescriptions.