(Optional) Explain current state and federal regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy.

Explanation should include the following:

• adherence to and ongoing monitoring of current major state laws and regulations related to pharmacy, including statutes (e.g., Virginia Drug Control Act Links to an external site.), regulations of the Virginia Board of Pharmacy Links to an external site., and other state requirements
• adherence to and ongoing monitoring of the major federal laws, including the
• Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act Links to an external site.
• Controlled Substances Act Links to an external site.
• other pharmacy-related laws enforced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Links to an external site. (FDA), as well as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Links to an external site.(HIPAA), which addresses confidentiality of patient information.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What resources are available for maintaining current awareness of state and federal pharmacy-related laws and regulations?
• Why is compliance with such laws and regulations important for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians?
• How do state and federal governments intervene in determining the types of job tasks that technicians are allowed to perform in the pharmacy setting?
• What are the pros and cons of government intervention in the job responsibilities of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians?