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It contains 150 scored items, 15 unscored pretest items, and candidates are allowed three (3) hours to complete the examination. This certification examination is comprised of 90-95% standard, 4-option multiple-choice items and 5-10% alternative items  \n(e.g., Drag and Drop, Multi-Select, Hotspot) .  \n[www.ncctinc.com](www.ncctinc.com)[ ](www.ncctinc.com)800.875.4404  \nNumber of Cored Items Critical Job Competencies   \n21 1 Pharmacology  \nA1 Consult pharmaceutical desk references to check medications (e.g., drug classification, contraindications, side e􀀝ects, action, routes of administration, and adverse reactions) .  \nA2 Perform basic medication related calculations.  \nA3 Comply with DEA and other regulatory agency guidelines for ordering, dispensing, documenting, and storing drugs.  \nA4 Document medication administration errors.  \nA5 Comply with legal requirements for completion of prescriptions and authorization of refills.  \nA6 Identify commonly used medications by generic and brand names.  \nA7 Recognize general indications for common therapeutic medications used (e.g., insulin for diabetics, etc.) .  \nA8 Demonstrate safe medication preparation, administration, and documentation (e.g., dosage calculation, route, types of injections, and injection sites) .  \nA9 Administer medication orally.  \nA10 Administer medication subcutaneously (SQ) .  \nA11 Administer medication intramuscularly (IM) .  \nA12 Administer medication intradermally (ID) .  \nA13 Respond to adverse reactions.  \nA14 Administer medication transdermally.  \nA15 Administer medication topically.  \nA16 Adhere to e-prescribing protocols.  \nA17 Translate prescription abbreviations.  \nA18 Administer medication sublingually (SL) or buccally.  \nA19 Administer medication by inhalation.  \nA20 Instill ophthalmic medication (e.g., eye drops) .  \nA21 Instill medication aurally (e.g., ear drops) .  \nA22 Document medication administration and reactions.  \nA23 Document prescriptions and refills.  \n28 2 Clinical Medical Procedures  \nA Infection, Exposure Control, and Safety  \nA1 Follow CDC Standard Precautions and transmission precautions (e.g.,airborne, contact, droplet, hand hygiene) .  \nA2 Comply with OSHA standards for Health Care Workers (e.g., blood borne pathogens, SDS, needlesticks, bodily fluids) .  \nA3 Perform general medical asepsis.  \nA4 Perform surgical asepsis.  \nA5 Implement cleansing, disinfection, and sterilization as needed.  \nA6 Handle and dispose of biohazardous waste.  \nA7 Handle and dispose of chemicals.  \nA8 Use personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves, gown, mask) .  \nA9 Follow patient isolation procedures (e.g., radiation, reverse, TB) .  \nA10 Respond to emergency situations (e.g., fire, biological hazard) .  \nA11 Prevent the spread of healthcare acquired (nosocomial) infection.  \nA12 Practice safety procedures when using medical equipment and supplies (e.g., lock wheels, gait/transfer belts) .  \nA13 Transfer patients using correct body mechanics.  \nA14 Activate safety mechanisms for sharps.  \nB Patient Care  \nB1 Perform adult and pediatric height, weight, and BMI measurements (e.g., standing, wheelchair) . 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