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A nurse is reviewing the classification and regulation of controlled substances with a group of nursing students. Which of the following statements by a student indicates an understanding of the topic?
Rationale: Schedule I drugs, such as heroin, LSD, and ecstasy, are the most restricted category of controlled substances and have no currently accepted medical use in the United States. Schedule II drugs, such as morphine, oxycodone, and cocaine, have a high potential for abuse and can only be dispensed with a written prescription that cannot be refilled. Schedule III drugs, such as codeine, ketamine, and anabolic steroids, have a moderate potential for abuse and can be refilled up to five times within six months with a prescription. Schedule IV drugs, such as diazepam, alprazolam, and zolpidem, have a low potential for abuse and can also be refilled up to five times within six months with a prescription. Schedule V drugs, such as cough syrups with codeine, have the lowest potential for abuse and may be dispensed without a prescription under certain conditions.
This is incorrect as Schedule II drugs cannot be refilled.
This is incorrect as Schedule III drugs have a higher potential for abuse than Schedule IV drugs.
This is incorrect as Schedule V drugs may require a prescription depending on the state law and the amount dispensed.
Correct answer: a) "Schedule I drugs have no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse."
Rationale: Schedule I drugs, such as heroin, LSD, and ecstasy, are the most restricted category of controlled substances and have no currently accepted medical use in the United States. Schedule II drugs, such as morphine, oxycodone, and cocaine, have a high potential for abuse and can only be dispensed with a written prescription that cannot be refilled. Schedule III drugs, such as codeine, ketamine, and anabolic steroids, have a moderate potential for abuse and can be refilled up to five times within six months with a prescription. Schedule IV drugs, such as diazepam, alprazolam, and zolpidem, have a low potential for abuse and can also be refilled up to five times within six months with a prescription. Schedule V drugs, such as cough syrups with codeine, have the lowest potential for abuse and may be dispensed without a prescription under certain conditions.
Incorrect choices:
b) "Schedule II drugs can be refilled up to five times within six months.": This is incorrect as Schedule II drugs cannot be refilled.
c) "Schedule III drugs have a lower potential for abuse than Schedule IV drugs.": This is incorrect as Schedule III drugs have a higher potential for abuse than Schedule IV drugs.
d) "Schedule V drugs are available over-the-counter without a prescription.": This is incorrect as Schedule V drugs may require a prescription depending on the state law and the amount dispensed.