Guam MPJE Practice Test

Pharmacy technicians play a vital role in the medication dispensing process, and their work is typically carried out under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. In many jurisdictions, including Guam, pharmacy technicians are permitted to perform specific tasks to assist in pharmacy operations while ensuring quality and safety.

Transferring prescription orders is a task that pharmacy technicians can perform under the supervision of a pharmacist. This process involves transferring a patient's prescription from one pharmacy to another, which is often necessary for continuity of care, especially when a patient changes pharmacies or needs a refill while traveling. While the technician can handle the logistics of the transfer, the pharmacist is responsible for overseeing the accuracy and legality of the transfer process, ensuring that proper protocols are followed, including verifying patient information and the original prescription details.

The other options, while important tasks within a pharmacy, are generally not within the purview of pharmacy technicians. For example, providing clinical counseling requires a pharmacist's expertise, as it involves evaluating a patient's medical history, current medications, and specific needs. Calling physicians for medication history also requires professional judgment and understanding of clinical implications, which is typically reserved for pharmacists. Entering patient prescriptions is often done by technicians, but it is a precursor task that must occur under strict guidelines, and the pharmacist