True or False: A pharmacist may leave the pharmacy area unattended during breaks in a single pharmacist staffed pharmacy.

In a single pharmacist staffed pharmacy, a pharmacist is not permitted to leave the pharmacy area unattended during breaks. The law requires that a licensed pharmacist must always be present to ensure the safety and accuracy of the medication dispensing process and to supervise pharmacy operations. Leaving the pharmacy unattended could lead to potential harm, including medication errors, theft, or other regulatory violations.

Pharmacies are designed to be under the continuous oversight of a pharmacist, and regulations are in place to protect both patients and the integrity of the pharmacy practice. This requirement emphasizes the importance of having a qualified professional available who can respond to any issues that may arise in the pharmacy setting. Therefore, it would be incorrect to state that a pharmacist may leave the area unattended, under any circumstances, as it fails to meet the legal and professional standards expected in pharmacy practice.