A spacer is a non-prescription medical devicethat enhances the delivery of medication from anMDI (metered dose inhaler).
Since the patient never picked it up and it isnot a controlled or perishable item, the pharmacy canreturn it to dispensing stock for resale.
Why Other Options Are Incorrect:
A. Damaged stock?❌Only if the spacer was opened, broken, or contaminated.
B. The manufacturer?❌Not necessary unless it is defective.
C. The study sponsor?❌Applies only to clinical trial supplies.
????Reference:ISMP Safe Handling of Medical Devices, PTCE Study Guide.
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