Which is an example of OBRA in practice?

• A. The pharmacist asks questions for the patient in a private room
• B. The patient signs a consent form
• C. Do you have any questions for the pharmacist today?
• D. The medication is delivered to the nurse

Answer: (C)

The main idea being tested is how OBRA applies to patient counseling in pharmacy practice. OBRA requires pharmacists to engage patients in counseling so they understand how to use their medications, which includes inviting them to participate in the conversation.

The best choice shows the pharmacist directly inviting the patient to speak up by asking if they have any questions for the pharmacist today. This is the clearest, active form of counseling: it opens the door for the patient to seek clarification, discuss usage, side effects, or concerns, and it demonstrates the pharmacist’s commitment to ensuring safe, understood medication use.

The other options don’t demonstrate that direct, patient-centered counseling moment. Delivering a medication to a nurse or having the patient sign a consent form are not about engaging the patient in understanding their therapy. Asking questions in a private room hints at privacy but doesn’t explicitly invite the patient to participate in the counseling conversation.