Certified Medical Assistant (CMA AAMA)PharmacologyHard
A physician prescribes morphine sulfate 10 mg IM for severe pain. Morphine is a Schedule II controlled substance. Which of the following statements about Schedule II controlled substances is correct?
- AThey have a high potential for abuse and accepted medical use.
- BThey can be refilled up to 5 times within 6 months.
- CThey do not require a written prescription from a physician.
- DThey have a low potential for abuse and accepted medical use.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. They have a high potential for abuse and accepted medical use.
Schedule II controlled substances, such as morphine, have a high potential for abuse and dependence, but they also have accepted medical uses. They are subject to strict regulations, including no refills and often requiring a written prescription.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This describes Schedule III or IV substances, not Schedule II.
- C. Schedule II substances typically require a written prescription, often with specific security features, and e-prescribing is also regulated.
- D. This describes Schedule IV or V substances, not Schedule II.
Schedule II Controlled Substances
Controlled substances classified under Schedule II have a high potential for abuse and dependence but also have recognized medical uses. They are subject to stringent federal regulations.
- High potential for abuse and dependence.
- Accepted medical use.
- No refills allowed (new prescription needed each time).
- Examples: opioids (morphine, oxycodone), stimulants (methylphenidate).
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