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Under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which DEA schedule includes drugs with the highest potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical use?

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Key Facts: HI MPJE Exam

120

Questions

100 scored + 20 pretest

75

Passing Score

NABP scaled score

2.5h

Exam Time

Pearson VUE

1:3

Tech Ratio

HI max

30h/2yr

CE Required

HI renewal

$270

Exam Fee

NABP 2026

The HI MPJE covers federal pharmacy law (DEA, FDA, CSA, HIPAA) and Hawaii-specific regulations including PDMP mandatory checks, 7-day initial opioid supply limit, naloxone standing orders, collaborative practice agreements, 1:3 technician ratio, 30h/2yr CE, nonresident pharmacy permits, and Board of Pharmacy authority under DCCA.

Sample HI MPJE Practice Questions

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1Under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which DEA schedule includes drugs with the highest potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical use?
A.Schedule I
B.Schedule II
C.Schedule III
D.Schedule IV
Explanation: Schedule I substances have a high potential for abuse, no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States, and a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision. Examples include heroin, LSD, and MDMA.
2A DEA Form 222 is required for the transfer of which schedule of controlled substances between registrants?
A.Schedule II only
B.Schedules II and III
C.Schedules III through V
D.All controlled substances
Explanation: DEA Form 222 (or its electronic equivalent under CSOS) is required for the distribution and transfer of Schedule II controlled substances between DEA registrants. Schedules III-V can be transferred using invoices with specific record-keeping requirements.
3Under federal law, what is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule III controlled substance prescription?
A.No refills allowed
B.Up to 3 refills within 6 months
C.Up to 5 refills within 6 months
D.Up to 5 refills within 1 year
Explanation: Federal law allows up to 5 refills for Schedule III-V controlled substance prescriptions within 6 months from the date the prescription was issued. Schedule II prescriptions cannot be refilled.
4The Durham-Humphrey Amendment of 1951 established which key distinction in drug classification?
A.Generic vs. brand-name drugs
B.Prescription (legend) vs. over-the-counter drugs
C.Controlled vs. non-controlled substances
D.Biological vs. chemical drugs
Explanation: The Durham-Humphrey Amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act established the distinction between prescription (legend) drugs and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, requiring certain drugs be dispensed only with a valid prescription.
5Which federal law requires pharmacists to offer counseling to Medicaid patients on new prescriptions?
A.HIPAA
B.OBRA '90
C.DSCSA
D.Kefauver-Harris Amendment
Explanation: The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA '90) requires pharmacists to offer counseling to Medicaid patients receiving new prescriptions and to perform prospective drug utilization review (DUR).
6Under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA), which of the following medications is exempt from child-resistant packaging requirements?
A.Amoxicillin suspension
B.Sublingual nitroglycerin
C.Lisinopril tablets
D.Metformin tablets
Explanation: Sublingual nitroglycerin is one of the specific exemptions from child-resistant packaging under the PPPA due to the need for immediate emergency access. Other exemptions include certain oral contraceptives and powdered anhydrous cholestyramine.
7What is the maximum days' supply of a Schedule II controlled substance that can be prescribed via emergency oral prescription under federal law?
A.72-hour supply
B.7-day supply
C.14-day supply
D.30-day supply
Explanation: In an emergency, a pharmacist may dispense a Schedule II controlled substance based on an oral prescription, but it is limited to a quantity adequate to treat the patient during the emergency period (typically 72 hours). The prescriber must provide a written follow-up prescription within 7 days.
8Under HIPAA, which of the following is considered protected health information (PHI)?
A.De-identified aggregate prescription data
B.A patient's prescription fill history linked to their name
C.Published clinical trial results
D.General drug interaction information
Explanation: Protected health information (PHI) under HIPAA includes any individually identifiable health information, including prescription records linked to a patient's name. De-identified data and general clinical information are not considered PHI.
9The Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) requires pharmacies to maintain transaction records for how long?
A.2 years
B.4 years
C.6 years
D.10 years
Explanation: Under the DSCSA, pharmacies must maintain transaction information, transaction history, and transaction statements for at least 6 years from the date of the transaction to ensure drug supply chain integrity.
10A DEA registrant must take an initial inventory of all controlled substances. When must this inventory be completed?
A.Within 30 days of opening
B.On the date the registrant first engages in controlled substance activity
C.Within 90 days of DEA registration
D.On January 1 of each year
Explanation: A DEA registrant must take an initial inventory of all controlled substances on hand on the date the registrant first engages in the manufacture, distribution, or dispensing of controlled substances. Subsequent biennial inventories must be taken every 2 years.

About the HI MPJE Exam

The Hawaii MPJE tests knowledge of federal pharmacy law and Hawaii-specific pharmacy regulations under HRS Chapter 461 and HRS Chapter 329. Required alongside the NAPLEX for pharmacist licensure in Hawaii.

Questions

120 scored questions

Time Limit

2.5 hours

Passing Score

75 (scaled score)

Exam Fee

$270 (NABP / HI Board of Pharmacy)

HI MPJE Exam Content Outline

22%

Licensure & Personnel

Pharmacist qualifications, intern/technician requirements, license renewal, disciplinary actions

33%

Pharmacist Practice

Prescription requirements, counseling, controlled substance rules, collaborative practice agreements

24%

Dispensing Requirements

Generic substitution, prescription transfers, DUR, labeling, PDMP checking

21%

Pharmacy Operations

Controlled substance records, compounding standards, pharmacy permits, automated dispensing

How to Pass the HI MPJE Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 75 (scaled score)
  • Exam length: 120 questions
  • Time limit: 2.5 hours
  • Exam fee: $270

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

HI MPJE Study Tips from Top Performers

1Study HRS Chapter 461 and HRS Chapter 329 for Hawaii-specific pharmacy regulations
2Master DEA controlled substance schedules, forms (222, 106, 41), and corresponding responsibility
3Know Hawaii PDMP requirements and mandatory query triggers for controlled substances
4Review Hawaii naloxone standing orders and collaborative practice agreements
5Understand federal vs. state law conflicts — the more restrictive law prevails

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the HI MPJE passing score?

The Hawaii MPJE requires a scaled score of 75. The exam has 120 questions (100 scored, 20 pretest) over 2.5 hours at Pearson VUE.

What Hawaii laws are tested?

The HI MPJE covers HRS Chapter 461 (pharmacy practice), HRS Chapter 329 (controlled substances), Board of Pharmacy rules, PDMP requirements, and state-specific dispensing regulations.

What is the technician ratio in Hawaii?

Hawaii allows a 1:3 pharmacist-to-technician ratio. Technicians must be registered with the Board of Pharmacy and work under direct pharmacist supervision.

How many CE hours does Hawaii require?

Hawaii requires 30 hours of continuing education per 2-year renewal period including at least 2 hours in pharmacy law/ethics. CE must be ACPE-accredited.

Does Hawaii require PDMP checks?

Yes, Hawaii requires pharmacists to check the PDMP before dispensing Schedule II-V controlled substances to identify potential misuse or diversion.