Manitoba Pharmacy Jurisprudence Practice Exam

Who appoints a public representative to the Complaints Committee?

1. The health minister of Canada

2. The local pharmacy board

3. A public vote

4. The pharmacy's management

The correct answer is: The health minister of Canada

This is because the Complaints Committee is a part of Health Canada's regulatory system for pharmacies in Canada. The health minister, as the head of Health Canada, is responsible for appointing a public representative to the committee. Option B, the local pharmacy board, is responsible for regulating and overseeing the operation of pharmacies in their specific region, but they do not have authority over the appointments to the Complaints Committee. Option C, a public vote, may be used in some situations to elect members of a committee, but it is not the method used for appointing members of the Complaints Committee. Option D, the pharmacy's management, does not have the authority to appoint a public representative to the Complaints Committee, as this role falls under the jurisdiction of the national health ministry.