True or false: A technician may take a new prescription or chart order by telephone.

In the context of pharmacy practice, particularly in Nevada, pharmacy technicians are not permitted to take new prescriptions or chart orders over the telephone. This regulation is in place to maintain the integrity and accuracy of prescription orders, as well as to ensure that there is a clear line of communication that is typically reserved for licensed pharmacists.

New prescriptions often require clinical judgment and a thorough understanding of the patient's medical history, which is why these communications need to be handled by a pharmacist who has the necessary training and authority to interpret and evaluate the information being provided. Allowing technicians to take such orders could also lead to miscommunication or errors, potentially jeopardizing patient safety.

While technicians can perform various duties in the pharmacy setting, their roles in respect to direct patient or prescriber communication regarding prescriptions are limited to what is allowed by law, emphasizing the necessity for pharmacists to oversee this critical area of practice.