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Table of Contents
Workbook/Lab Manual to Accompany
The Pharmacy Technician: Fundamentals of Practice
Preface
Chapter 1 History of Pharmacy
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 1-1: History of Medicine Timeline
Activity 1-2: The Continuing Evolution of Pharmacy Practice
Lab 1-1: Exploring the History of Pharmacy
Lab 1-2: Pharmacy Pioneers
Chapter 2. The Professional Pharmacy Technician
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 2-1: Case Study: Who Is Responsible?
Activity 2-2: Case Study: Appropriate Behavior
Lab 2-1: Becoming a Certified Pharmacy Technician
Chapter 3: Communication & Customer Care
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 3-1: Case Study: Overcoming Communication Barriers
Activity 3-2: Case Study: Patient Care
Lab 3-1: Leaving and Receiving Voicemail Messages
Lab 3-2: Practicing Effective Communication and Customer Care
Chapter 4: Pharmacy Law & Ethics
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 4-1: Case Study: Legal Matters & Patient Confidentiality
Activity 4-2: Case Study: Medication Errors & Liability
Activity 4-3: Case Study: Ethical Considerations
Lab 4-1: Creating a Pharmacy Law Timeline
Lab 4-2: Interpreting a Drug Monograph
Chapter 5: Terminology & Abbreviations
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 5-1: Case Study: Lost in Translation
Activity 5-2: Practice with Abbreviations
Activity 5-3: Defining Medical Terms
Lab 5-1: Translating a Medical Record
Chapter 6: Community Pharmacy
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 6-1: Prescription Translation Worksheet
Activity 6-2: Role Play: Retail Pharmacy Scenarios
Activity 6-3: Case Study: Privacy/HIPAA
Activity 6-4: Case Study: Biases
Activity 6-5: Case Study: Patient Requests Recommendations
Lab 6-1: Checking a Prescription for Completeness
Lab 6-2: Counting Pills in a Community Pharmacy
Lab 6-3: Processing a New Patient
Lab 6-4: Processing a New Prescription
Lab 6-5: Processing a Refill Request
Chapter 7: Health-System Pharmacy
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 7-1: Role Play: Health-System Pharmacy Scenarios
Activity 7-2: Medication Order Translation Worksheet
Activity 7-3: Case Study: Healthcare professional demands medication
Activity 7-4: Case Study: Unit dosing
Activity 7-5: Case Study: Outside request for dosing information on patient
Lab 7-1 Locating Basic Lab Values
Lab 7-2: Filling a Medication Order
Lab 7-3: Processing a Medication Order
Chapter 8: Technology in the Pharmacy
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 8-1: Case Study: Barcoding
Activity 8-2: Case Study: New software, not so new help
Activity 8-3: Case Study: New equipment considerations
Activity 8-4: Case Study: Online Billing
Activity 8-5: Exploring Technology in the Institutional Pharmacy
Activity 8-6: Identifying the Parts of a Computer
Chapter 9: Inventory Management & Insurance Billing
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 9-1: Case Study: DEA forms, shipment do not match
Activity 9-2: Case Study: Out of stock item
Activity 9-3: Case Study: Delayed Patient Refill date
Activity 9-4: Drug Formularies
Lab 9-1: Maintaining a Manual Inventory Using Par-Levels
Lab 9-2: Insurance Billing Scenarios
Lab 9-3: Expired Drugs / Recalls
Chapter 10: Compounding
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 10-1: Case Study: Compounded laser gel
Activity 10-2: Activity 10-2: Case Study: Veterinary
Activity 10-3: Case Study: Child proof containers
Lab 10-1: Measuring Liquids Accurately
Lab 10-2: Using the Prescription Balance
Lab 10-3: Compounding Exercise - Capsules
Advanced Labs
5% API Cream
20mg API Suppositories*
12.5 mg API Gelatin Troches*
0.5% API Solution *
0.5% API Suspension *
Chapter 11: Sterile Products
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 11-1: USP 797 and training personnel
Activity 11-2: Case Study: IV pump machine & shortcuts
Activity 11-3: Case Study: IV education and skills
Activity 11-4: Case Study: Identifying Errors in Aseptic Technique
Activity 11-5: Hazardous Drugs
Lab 11-1: Proper Hand Hygiene and Aseptic Gowning
Lab 11-2: The Horizontal Laminar Airflow Hood
Lab 11-3: The Vertical Laminar Airflow Hood
Lab 11-4: Withdrawing Medication from a Vial or Glass Ampule
Lab 11-5: Reconstituting Sterile Dry Powder Medications
Lab 11-6: Transferring Liquid into an IV Bag
Advanced Labs
LAB: enalapril
LAB: Protonix (R)
LAB: labetalol
LAB: Intropin (R)
LAB: Efudex (R) (hazardous)
LAB: TPN #1
Chapter 12: Basic Math Skills
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 12-1: Case Study: How much?
Activity 12-2: Case Study: A tapering dose
Activity 12-3: Case Study: Cream compound
Activity 12-4: Math Definitions
Chapter 13: Measurement Systems
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 13-1: Case Study: Kgs
Activity 13-2: Case Study: Mls
Activity 13-3: Case Study: Drug storage
Lab 13-1: Measuring Liquids Using Different Measurement Systems and Units
Chapter 14: Dosage Calculations
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 14-1: Case Study: Pediatric dosing
Activity 14-2: Case Study: Tablets
Activity 14-3: Case Study: Cream
Chapter 15: Concentrations & Dilutions
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 15-1: Case Study: Dosing
Activity 15-2: Case Study: Reconstitution
Activity 15-3: Case Study: Concentration
Lab 15-1: Concentrations in the kitchen
Chapter 16: Alligations
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 16-1: Case Study: Cream
Activity 16-2: Case Study: Gelcaps
Activity 16-3: Case Study: Bulk
Lab 16-1: Alligation in the Kitchen
Chapter 17: Parenteral Calculations
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 17-1: Case Study: IV Lipids
Activity 17-2: Case Study: Iron dextran
Activity 17-3: Case Study: IV solution (TPN)
Activity 17-4: The Delicate Art of TPN Compounding
Lab 17-1: Calculating a TPN
Chapter 18: Introduction to Pharmacology
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 18-1: Case Study: Pain & Therapy
Activity 18-2: Case Study: The Elderly & Medicine
Activity 18-3: Case Study: Long Acting Option
Activity 18-4: Case Study: Dosage Forms
Lab 18-1: Identifying Chemical, Generic, and Brand Name Drugs
Lab 18-2: Reporting Medication Errors and Adverse Reactions
Chapter 19: The Body and Drugs
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 19-1: Common Drug Interactions
Activity 19-2: Case Study: Identifying Drug Interactions
Activity 19-3: Case Study: Calcium Bioavailability
Activity 19-4: Case Study: Fastest response
Activity 19-5: Case Study: Time for some help
Activity 19-6: Web Research Activity: Understanding Addiction
Lab 19-1: Web Research Activity: Agonists versus Antagonists
Lab 19-2: Fat Soluble and Water Soluble Drugs
Chapter 20: Drug Classifications
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 20-1: Case Study: Inhalers
Activity 20-2: New Drug Approval
Activity 20-3: Multiple sedatives
Activity 20-4: Matching the Disease State/Symptom to the Drug Classification
Lab 20-1: Memorizing the Top 200 Drugs
Lab 20-2: Understanding Pregnancy Categories
Lab 20-3: Recognizing Controlled Drugs
Chapter 21: The Skin
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 21-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 21-2: Case Study: Morgellons
Activity 21-3: Case Study: A Skin Infection
Activity 21-4: Case Study: A Skin Condition
Activity 21-5: What is Chemical Photosensitivity?
Chapter 22: Eyes & Ears
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 22-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 22-2: Case Study: An Unusual Prescription
Activity 22-3: Case Study: An Eye Condition
Activity 22-4: Case Study: An Ear Condition
Activity 22-5: Case Study: Eye Trouble
Chapter 23: The Gastrointestinal System
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 23-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 23-2: Case Study: Heartburn
Activity 23-3: Case Study: Bowel Trouble
Activity 23-4: Case Study: A Liquid Diet
Chapter 24: The Musculoskeletal System
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 24-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 24-2: Case Study: Arthritis & Inflammation
Activity 24-3: Case Study: Long Hours
Activity 24-4: Case Study: Posture Changes
Activity 24-5: Web Research: What Is Fibromyalgia?
Chapter 25: The Respiratory System
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 25-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 25-2: Case Study: A Mysterious Chest Pain
Activity 25-3: Case Study: A New Baby
Activity 25-4: Case Study: Multi-ingredient products
Lab 25-1: Proper Usage and Maintenance of a Nebulizer Machine
Chapter 26: The Cardio, Circulatory, and Lymph Systems
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 26-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 26-2: Case Study: Leg Pain
Activity 26-3: Case Study: A Medical Emergency
Activity 26-4: Case Study: A Bad Headache
Activity 26-5: Analyzing Cholesterol Screening Test Results
Chapter 27: The Immune System
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 27-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity: 27-2: Case Study: A Severe Cold
Activity: 27-3: Case Study: TB
Activity: 27-4: Case Study: Birthday Party Emergency
Activity 27-5: Web Research Activity: Understanding the Herpes Virus
Lab 27-1: Web Research Activity: Alternative and Complementary Medicine
Chapter 28: The Renal System
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 28-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 28-2: Case Study: UTI
Activity 28-3: Case Study: Dialysis
Activity 28-4: Case Study: Incontinence
Chapter 29: The Endocrine System
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 29-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 29-2: Case Study: Anabolic steroid use
Activity 29-3: Case Study: HRT for men
Activity 29-4: Case Study: Insulin
Lab 29-1: Using a Blood Glucose Meter
Lab 29-2: Simulated Insulin Injection
Chapter 30: The Reproductive System
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 30-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 30-2: Case Study: Gonorrhea
Activity 30-3: Case Study: Erectile Dysfunction
Activity 30-4: Case Study: Oxytocin
Chapter 31: The Nervous System
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 31-1: Anatomy Worksheet
Activity 31-2: Case Study: A Change in a Friend
Activity 31-3: Case Study: The Blue Dog
Activity 31-4: Case Study: Pain Relief for Cancer
Lab 31-1: Web Research Activity: Alternative Therapies for Sleep and Mood Disorders
Chapter 32: Pediatric & Neonatal Patients
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 32-1: Case Study: Tummy Troubles
Activity 32-2: Case Study: A Visit to the ER
Activity 32-3: Case Study: A Bad Cough
Activity 32-4: Case Study: Accidental Heparin Overdose in Infants
Lab 32-1: Pediatric Cough/Cold Medications and the FDA
Lab 32-2: Pediatric Dosing
Chapter 33: Geriatric Patients
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 33-1: Case Study: Organization
Activity 33-2: Case Study: Three age-related issues
Activity 33-3: Case Study: Limited mobility
Activity 33-4: Case Study: Walk-in Clinic
Activity 33-5: Geriatric Dosing Exercise
Activity 33-6: Web Research Activity: Medication Noncompliance in the Elderly
Chapter 34: Biopharmaceuticals
Review Questions
Pharmacy Calculation Problems
PCTB Exam Practice Questions
Activity 34-1: Case Study: Darboepetin alfa
Activity 34-2: Case Study: Avonex
Activity 34-3: Case Study: Etanercept
Activity 34-4: Web Research Activity: FDA and Biopharmaceuticals
Lab 34-1: Biopharmaceuticals, genetic engineering, and stem cell research