When Is It Acceptable for a Medical Assistant to Authorize

question 3

Multiple Choice

When is it acceptable for a medical assistant to authorize a pharmacy to refill a prescription?

• A) Never
• B) If it is a regular medication for the patient
• C) If the licensed practitioner has authorized in the patient's chart that refills are approved
• D) Only if the medical assistant has knowledge of the medication
• E) If the patient states that this is an emergency

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