Performance should include
- regular, systematic inventories of medications, DME, devices, and supplies
- documentation through maintenance of associated records
- adherence to legal and regulatory requirements and professional standards.
See ASHP 3.19.
Code of Virginia Statutes Related to Pharmacy Technicians
- Code §54.1-3404 — Inventories of controlled substances required of certain persons; contents and form of record
Virginia Administrative Code Regulations Governing the Practice of Pharmacy
- 18VAC110-20-240 — Manner of maintaining records, prescriptions, inventory records
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are some reasons for maintaining inventories for specific drugs or drug classes?
- Why is it important for a pharmacy to comply with inventory requirements?
- What are the advantages of procedures for maintaining inventory records?