Is a signature required on electronic prescriptions?

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Only for controlled substances
• D. Only if requested

Answer: (B)

Electronic prescriptions rely on electronic authentication rather than a handwritten signature. The prescriber signs the prescription inside the secure e-prescribing system using their credentials, creating an auditable record that the pharmacy can verify. This electronic signature serves the same purpose as a handwritten one in terms of authorization and accountability, so a manual signature isn’t required for e-prescriptions. For controlled substances, the process uses electronic signatures with appropriate security measures (like two-factor authentication) rather than any physical signature. That’s why the answer is that a traditional signature isn’t needed.