How much time does an employee have to present a prescription to IA?

• A. 24 hours
• B. 48 hours
• C. 1 week
• D. 72 hours

Answer: (D)

The time frame being tested is the reporting window for presenting a prescription to Internal Affairs. The correct window is 72 hours because agencies want a timely but practical period for reviewing any medication a employee has. Submitting within 72 hours provides IA with enough information—the prescription label, drug name, dosage, prescriber, and any special instructions—to assess safety, potential impact on duties, and policy considerations. A shorter window, like 24 or 48 hours, can be too restrictive to gather complete documentation, while waiting a full week delays oversight and could create gaps in accountability. Hence, 72 hours is the appropriate deadline.