Syllabus. Strand. Kaduceus Pharmacy Tech Program Student Manual, Volume I, Kaduceus Holdings Inc., 2012

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1 Syllabus Practicum Health Science I-Pharmacology COURSE NUMBER COURSE TITLE COURSE CREDIT HT4H7AY2 Practicum Health Science I-Pharmacology Strand High School MEETING TIME Monday-Friday AM: 8:45am-11:20pm Instructor: Ana Angerstein-Thompson Telephone Number: (915) Ext (AM) Ext (PM) Conference Time: 12:00 12:55 I. Required Text: Kaduceus Pharmacy Tech Program Student Manual, Volume I, Kaduceus Holdings Inc., 2012 Pharmacy Calculations for Technicians, 4 th Edition by Ballington and Green, Paradigm Publishing, Instructional Materials and References: Pharmacy Practice for Technicians, 3 rd ed., Don Ballington, EMC Paradigm Publishing Co., Pharmacology for Technician, 3 rd ed., by Ballington and Laughlin, EMC Paradigm Publishing Co., 2007 Patient Care Management Lab, by Richard Finkel, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Publishing Co., 2008 Required Material: Pen/Pencils Paper Index Cards (200) Composition Notebook Non-graphing/Non-Scientific Calculator Mini Spiral Notebook (for rotations spring semester) Although these tools may be provided for use during class, they can be purchased inexpensively for individual s use which is highly recommended. Revised Summer 2013 Page 1 of 6

2 II. III. IV. Catalog Description: The Practicum is designed to give students practical application of previously studied knowledge and skills. Practicum experiences can occur in a variety of locations appropriate to the nature and level of experience. To pursue a career in the health science industry, students should learn to reason, think critically, make decisions, solve problems, and communicate effectively. Students should recognize that quality healthcare depends on the ability to work well with others. The health science industry is comprised of diagnostic, therapeutic, health informatics, support services, and biotechnology research and development systems that function individually and collaboratively to provide comprehensive healthcare. Students are expected to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a health science career through further education and employment. Professional integrity in the health science industry is dependent on acceptance of ethical and legal responsibilities. Students are expected to employ their ethical and legal responsibilities and limitations and understand the implications of their actions. Rationale: Understanding the role of a pharmacy technician and the pharmacy as a part in the medical community. Learning Outcomes: To understand the role of a pharmacy technician in dispensing, storing, dosage calculation, and using aseptic techniques in the administration of pharmaceuticals. V. Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: A. Explore commonly encountered ethical dilemmas pertaining to pharmacy practice. B. Explain federal, state and regulatory laws governing the practice of pharmacy. C. Describe quality assurance methods. D. State technician s tasks as they pertain to quality assurance and regulatory law. E. Explain the role of pharmacy technicians in patient care. F. Interpret and asses the validity of prescription orders in both a hospital and community setting. G. Receive and screen prescription orders. H. Explain technical duties related to dispensing prescription medication. I. Explain technical duties related to dispensing over-the-counter drugs in a retail pharmacy. J. Describe hospital drug delivery systems including unit dose packaging, ward stocks, narcotic disposal and community pharmacy operations. K. Describe proper billing procedures. L. List common universal precautions. M. Describe proper aseptic technique including the use of laminar flow hoods and other extemporaneous compounding techniques. N. Describe the generalized functions and support mechanisms associated with the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. O. Discuss generic and trade drugs pertaining to the following and their proper use: antibiotics, antiretroviral, anesthetics, antidepressants, antipsychotics, antianxiety, anticonvulsants, muscle relaxants, non narcotic analgesics, and drugs for arthritis P. Describe the generalized functions and support mechanisms associated with the cardiovascular system, thyroid and male and female hormones. Q. Discuss generic and trade drugs pertaining to the following and their proper use: Hypoglycemic Agents, STDs, Bone Disease, Disorders of the Skin, Recombinant DNA, the Immune System, Neoplastic, and TPNs. R. Perform drug conversions, systems of measurements, actual pharmaceutical calculations of Revised Summer 2013 Page 2 of 6

3 drug dosages, as well as working with compounds, admixtures, parenteral and IV medications. S. Develop familiarity with the hospital drug delivery systems, inventory controls, unit dose packaging, ward stock, pyxis, crash carts, compounding, and IV admixture preparations. T. Describe hospital policies and procedures, narcotic stock disposal, compounding math, practical application of the metric system, and general hospital pharmacy duties. U. Demonstrate competencies in general compounding while following the policy and procedures of a hospital facility under JCAHO recommendations. V. Utilize computer programs such as Microsoft office and patient information recording systems. W. Describe the process of certification and registration for pharmacy technicians in Texas. VI. VII. (Please also see Kaduceus Coursework for further course objectives) Capstone Project: Students will complete a portfolio of past and current work to be compiled throughout the year. Portfolios will include a resume and any certifications obtained during the course of the year. All course requirements: A. Projects: 1. This course will require students to participate in and present a number of projects and presentations about topics being covered in class. 2. Students will study and give presentations on the top 200 prescribed pharmaceuticals. B. Preparation /Participation 1. During this course, class participation, daily assignments and daily attendance will be noted. The student will find those elements necessary to successfully pass the examination. 2. Preparation consists of bringing all materials and all handouts to class and being fully dressed in uniform. Students will have points deducted for lack of preparation. 3. The Lab portion of this class is required. Students who are not working on task during these hours are not fulfilling the requirements of this course. Lack of participation will result in a zero. 4. Quizzes may be both announced and unannounced and will count as part of the quiz grade for this course. C. Course Expectations 1. Read book assignments/handouts; this will aid in class discussion/participation Pharmacology is an advanced course, students will not be able to comprehend or grasp concepts without reading 2. Late Assignment Policy: All assignments are due at the start of class. If turned in at the end of class, the assignment will be considered ONE DAY LATE. 25 points will be deducted for a late assignment. Assignments are no longer accepted after the first day. 3. If students are absent, it is the student s responsibility to seek out the instructor for assignments or notes missed. Students will have ONE day for every excused day missed, beginning with the day they return, to make-up assignment(s). Late assignment policy will apply for any assignments turned in late after that time. Unexcused absences will result Revised Summer 2013 Page 3 of 6

4 in a zero for work, quizzes, exams or labs given during the day of the absence. 4. Remember that quizzes will be given at the discretion of the instructor (announced and unannounced). 5. LAB: Safety is of the utmost importance during lab activities. Any student not following lab policies and procedures will be asked to sit down and will receive a ZERO for the day. NO EXCEPTIONS. Separate lab policy/procedure sheets will be given during class. 6. Be respectful of your peers and instructor(s) at all times. Only ONE person should speak at a time. Students must adhere to all policies and classroom procedures announced by the teacher. VIII. IX. Content Outline: Introduction to Pharmacy Pharmacy Law and Ethics Drugs, Dosage Forms and Delivery Systems Routes of Administration Dispensing, Billing, and Inventory Systems Compounding Hospital and Institutional Pharmacy Pharmacy Calculations Fungi and Viruses Antibiotics Antihistamines Anesthetics, Analgesics and Narcotics Antidepressants, Antipsychotics and Antianxiety Agents Anticonvulsants and drugs for CNS disorders Respiratory Drugs Gastrointestinal Drugs Urinary System Drugs Muscle Relaxants, Non-Narcotic Analgesics, and Drugs for Arthritis Hormones, Bone Disease and Sexually Transmitted Diseases Corticosteroids, Diabetes and Growth Hormone The Circulatory System and Cardiovascular Drugs Topicals, Opthalmics and Otics Recombinant DNA Vitamins, Nutritional Suppliments and Antidotes Sterile Processing (IV Certification) Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam Review Evaluation strategies / grading criteria: A. Grading Scale Average Grade Letter Grade % A 80-89% B 75-79% C 70-75% D 0-69% F Revised Summer 2013 Page 4 of 6

5 B. Grade Determination 1. Participation (Warm ups and scrubs) 10% 2. Daily Work (Classroom assignments) 15% 3. Quizzes/Labs 35% 4. Exams 40% 100 % of Grade X. XI. Certifications and Licenses: During the spring semester, students will be eligible to take the IV Certification Exam. Upon completion of the course and after obtaining their high school diploma, students will be eligible to sit for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam. Externiship: Students wishing to attend externship must complete the following: 1. Community Wide Orientation with EPCC 2. Obtain current immunization record and have it filed with pharmacy program 3. Current TB test (must be less than one year old) 4. Drug Screen through El Paso Prep 5. Texas State Board of Pharmacy Trainee License/Background Check During externship students must adhere to the following dress code: 1. CCTE Pharmacy scrubs (royal blue top and black bottoms) 2. Hair must be a natural color and must be pulled back and off the face at all times. 3. Closed toe tennis shoes 4. ID Badges (provided by CCTE) 5. Professional/Natural make-up 6. No facial piercing allowed 7. No ear gauges or earrings. 8. No false nails or nail polish XII. School/District Policies: Students will adhere to program and classroom guidelines. Students will adhere to campus student handbook for CCTE. Students will adhere to EPISD Student Code of Conduct. Students should visit The El Paso Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on the basisof race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic information, gender stereotyping and perceived sexuality, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning the application of Titles VI, VII, IX, and Section 504 may be referred to the District compliance officer, Patricia Cortez, at ; Section 504 inquiries regarding students may be referred to Cecilia Whiteman at El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educación o en prácticas de empleo usando el criterio de raza, color, edad, sexo, religión, origen nacional, estado civil, ciudadanía, estado militar, discapacidad, información genética, estereotipo sexual o sexualidad percibida, u otra práctica prohibida por la ley. Preguntas acerca de la aplicación del título VI, VII o IX, y la Sección 504 pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito, Patricia Cortez al ; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Cecilia Whiteman al Revised Summer 2013 Page 5 of 6

6 Practicum Health Science I-Pharmacology Mrs. Angerstein-Thompson I,, have received a copy of the syllabus. It has been explained to me and I have been provided the opportunity to ask questions. I understand that my signature indicates that I understand everything that is expected of me as a student in this class. Parent Name (Print) Parent Signature DATE Number where parent may be contacted Student Signature DATE The El Paso ISD does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning the application of Titles VI, VII, IX and Section 504 be referred to the district compliance officer, Vincent Sheffield, at ; Section 504 inquiries regarding students may be referred to Cecilia Whiteman at El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educación o en prácticas de empleo a base de raza, color, religión, sexo, origen nacional, edad, incapacidad, estado militar, u otra base prohibida por la ley. Preguntas acerca de la aplicación del título VI, IX, y la Sección 504 pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito, Vince Sheffield al ; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Cecilia Whiteman al Revised Summer 2013 Page 6 of 6