Wisconsin MPJE (Pharmacy Jurisprudence) Practice Exam

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What type of balance must every pharmacy have according to minimum equipment laws?

  1. Torsion or analytical balance

  2. Torsion or electronic balance

  3. Spring or electronic balance

  4. Analytical or electronic balance

The correct answer is: Torsion or analytical balance

According to minimum equipment laws, every pharmacy must have a Torsion or Analytical balance. These types of balances are essential for accurately measuring and compounding medications, ensuring patient safety and proper dosing. Torsion and analytical balances are sensitive and precise instruments commonly used in pharmacies for measuring small quantities of substances. Therefore, having either a Torsion or Analytical balance in a pharmacy setting is crucial to comply with regulatory requirements and maintain the quality and accuracy of pharmaceutical preparations.