SI-1. Coursework 101 INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACY. Pharm Tech Course Syllabus INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION:

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1 Pharm Tech Course Syllabus Coursework 101 INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACY INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: Instructor s Name: Office Phone: Office Hours: COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course introduces students to the role of the pharmacy technician in a retail, or institutional pharmacy. Students are also introduced to the concept of direct patient care, the hospital drug delivery system, unit dose packaging system, ward stocks, narcotic disposal, and community pharmacy operations. Upon successful completion of the course students should be able to interpret and evaluate hospital orders, understand the technical duties related to dispensing over-the-counter drugs in a retail pharmacy, as well as the introduction of quality assurance and protocol. Students are introduced to the profound influence that medication laws, standards, and regulations have on practice. Students are introduced to federal and state laws governing the practice of pharmacy. Students will be introduced to the skills necessary to identify unethical behaviors, possible solutions, and analyze appropriate solutions using ethical decision-making models, while noting the laws and regulations that govern the practice. COURSE PRE-REQUISITE None ACADEMIC CLOCK HOURS Total Clock Hours: 30 (20 hours lecture; 10 hours lab) LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon successful completion of the course the student should be able to: Describe the origins of Pharmacy. Describe the four stages of development of the pharmacy profession in the twentieth century. Enumerate the functions of the pharmacist. Discuss the educational curriculum for today s pharmacy student. Explain the licensing requirements for pharmacists. Identify the duties and work environments of the pharmacy technician. Differentiate among the various kinds of pharmacies. Know the components of the prescription, including the commonly used abbreviations. Understand the rights of correct drug administration, and the immunization process. Recognize common dosage forms, and know the routes of administration. Recognize factors that influence the effects of drugs, particularly in the elderly and pediatric populations. Know the effects natural chemicals have on drug action and response. Define the term drug and distinguish between over-the-counter and legend drugs. Explain the parts of a National Drug Code Number. SI-1

2 Categorize drugs by source as natural, synthetic, synthesized, or semi-synthetic. Explain the uses of drugs as therapeutic, pharmacodynamic, diagnostic, prophylactic, and destructive agents. Define and differentiate between the terms dose form and delivery system. Enumerate and explain the properties and identify advantages and disadvantages of the major dose forms and delivery systems for drugs. Identify the function of various commonly used pharmaceutical reference texts. Define the phrase route of administration. Identify the factors that can influence the route of administration. Define the terms local use and systemic use, and explain how these uses are considered when a prescriber selects a drug for a particular patient. List the major routes of administration and the advantages and disadvantages associated with each dose form. Discuss correct techniques for administration of oral, topical, and parenteral dose forms including IV, IM, ID and subcutaneous. Enumerate typical duties of pharmacy technicians with regard to dispensing of over-thecounter and prescription drugs. Explain the typical procedures for receiving and reviewing prescriptions. Explain the use of computers in the pharmacy. Discuss drug coverage for Medicaid, Medicare, and Work Comp patients. Identify procedures for inventory management, including the purchasing, receiving, and storage of prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Identify procedures for the purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory control of controlled-drug substances. Distinguish among common law, statutory law, regulatory or administrative law, ethics, and professional standards. Explain the potential for tort actions under the common law related to, negligence, and other forms of malpractice. List and describe the major effects on the pharmacy of the major pieces of statutory federal drug law in the 20th century. Discuss the role of the Food and Drug Administration, Drug Enforcement Administration, the United States Pharmacopeia convention, and state boards of pharmacy. Enumerate the duties that may legally be performed by pharmacy technicians in most states. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND REFERENCES: Pharmacy Practice for Technicians, 3rd ed., by Don A. Ballington, MS and Robert J. Anderson, PharmD; EMC Corporation, Paradigm Publishing Co., 2007 Patient Care Management Lab, by Richard Finkel, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Publishing Co., 2008 Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam Review, BY Cheryl Aiken, PharmD, RPh; EMC Corporation, Paradigm Publishing Co., 2007 Pharmacology for Technician, 3rd ed., by Don A. Ballington,MS and Mary M. Laughlin, PharmD, MEd; EMC Corporation, Paradigm Publishing Co., 2007 SI-2

3 TEACHING STRATEGIES: May include any or all of the following: Lecture, Board Work, Demonstration, Lab Activity, Classroom Exercises, Discussion, Practice Questions, and Examinations. Also, Reading Assignments for Homework, Field Trips, Guest Lectures, Group Projects, Simulations and Oral Presentations. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS): Practicum in Health (c ).(1). A.B.C.E.F.G.H. (3). A.B.D.E (5). A.B. (7). A.B.C. (9). A i,ii,iii,iv, v,vi,vii,viii (b).(2).(3).(4). (2). A.B.C. (4). A.B.C (6). A.C.D (8). A.C. (9). B REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF COURSE: District/School/Classroom Policy supersedes any policy listed below. Attendance: Students are expected to attend each class and be on time. Presence in class is vital to receiving the program material/content in its entirety. To ensure your success, make every effort possible to be present in class and to be on time. Make-up policy: Students are responsible for all material covered while absent. Students are responsible for completing all class assignments missed while absent. Must be scheduled with the instructor. Students have a maximum of 3 days from their return to make up assignments and exam(s). Required study time: Outside study, apart from regular classroom work, is required to successfully complete the required course assignments. The amount of time will vary according to the individual student s abilities. All assignments must be turned in at the designated time. Tutoring: Students desiring extra assistance may arrange for tutoring through their instructors. Safety Rules: Follow all safety rules, policies, and directions given by the instructor. OSHA guidelines must always be adhered to. METHOD OF EVALUATING STUDENTS: Students will be graded based on the following formula: % Class Participation % Daily Assignments/Labs % Quizzes % Exams % IV Certification Exam (optional) COPYRIGHT 2012 Kaduceus Holdings Inc. Printed in the United States of America. SI-3

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5 Pharm Tech Course Syllabus Receipt of Syllabus Acknowledgement: I,, acknowledge that I have received the syllabus for Coursework 101, INTRODUCTION TO PHARMACY: (Introduction to Pharmacy Practice and Pharmacy Law and Ethics) and my instructor has reviewed it with me. Signed: Date: Printed name: COPYRIGHT: 2012 Kaduceus Holdings Inc. Printed in the United States of America. SI-5

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7 Pharm Tech Course Syllabus Coursework 102 Pharmacology Theory & Calculations Part I INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: INSTRUCTOR S NAME: Office Phone: Office Hours: COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with an understanding of the basic pharmacy calculations, interpret Roman and Arabic numbers and read scientific notation. It will also introduce students to the pharmacology that deals with causes, cures, and treatment of common ailments using both prescription and OTC drugs and their different mechanisms of action. Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to discuss Myasthenia Gravis, the Attention-Deficit Disorders, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Multiple Sclerosis, and Alzheimer s Disease, and generic and trade drugs that are used for treatment. While determining the correct delivery system, students will be made aware of the side effects, dosage forms, routes, and proper use of noted drugs. COURSE PRE-REQUISITE None ACADEMIC CLOCK HOURS Total Clock Hours: 30 hours ( 20 hours lecture; 10 hours lab) Describe the process for fingerprinting and the fees involved. Describe the project regarding the difference between herbal remedies and prescription drugs. PTCE preparation. Understand fractions and be able to compare them, express them as decimals, and find common denominators. Manipulate fractions by adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing them. Interpret Roman and Arabic numbers and convert values between the two systems. Read scientific notation and convert large and smaller numbers to them. Determine the value of a decimal and accurately round off decimal values. Estimate drug doses in order to check accuracy of final calculations. Perform calculations while retaining accuracy and the correct number of significant figures. Understand the differences between fungi and viruses; and why the drugs used to treat them must have very different mechanisms of action. SI-7

8 Differentiate antifungals, antiviral, and antiretrovirals by their indications, therapeutic effects, side effects, dosages, and administration. Use antifungal, antiviral, and antiretroviral terminology correctly in written and oral communication. Understand brand name, generic name, classification, and indication for use of the assigned 50 drugs from the Top 200 prescription drugs of 2011 (Drugs ). Define common prefixes related to medicine and the pharmacy. Complete a drug product information form. Alert pharmacist regarding drug interactions or allergy warnings. Generate the proper prescription label and auxiliary label(s). Advise the patient or caregiver regarding the appropriate techniques for administering and disposing of Fentanyl patches. Understand the use of ratios and proportions in the pharmacy. Solve pharmacy calculations by using ratios and proportions. Calculate percentage of error and evaluate measurements using percentage of error. Identify the major types of antibiotics by drug class. Know which auxiliary labels to use when dispensing major types of antibiotics. Define therapeutic effects, side effects, and administration routes of major antibiotics. Use antibiotic and general drug terminology correctly in written and oral communication. Identify the elements of a complete prescription order. Apply calculation operations in handling prescription orders. Recognize the elements of a medication label. Apply calculation operations to information on medication labels. Know what information is required on a patient profile. Identify errors on a patient profile form. Outline smoking cessation plans and supportive therapy. Define common prefixes in preparation for the PTCE. Identify the basic units and prefixes of the metric system. Convert units within the metric system by moving the decimal place, using the ratioproportion method, and using the dimensional analysis method. Calculate drug doses using the ratio-proportion and dimensional analysis methods. Calculate doses based on weight and body surface area (BSA). Calculate a pediatric dose using the patient s weight or age and the appropriate adult dose. The student should be able to demonstrate knowledge of sterile technique. SI-8

9 Students should be able to make suppositories with the fusion technique. Identify units of household measures and convert between them. Solve medication problems by using household measures and the metric system. Convert body weight between kilograms and pounds. Determine pediatric doses using dosing tables. Calculate the amount of medication to be dispensed. Calculate temperature conversions between Celsius and Fahrenheit. To map out a plan to land their Dream Job in the field of pharmacy. Calculate the volume to be measured when given a specific dose. Calculate the amount of drug in a given volume. Identify drugs that use units as a dose designation. Calculate the volume of a substance that has an electrolyte as its primary ingredient. Calculate the quantity of units in a given concentration and dose. Calculate the volume of Insulin to be administered. To demonstrate presentation skills. To discuss the difference between herbal remedies v. prescription. Develop an understanding of the physiologic processes that occur in Epilepsy. Classify seizures and the goals of their therapy. Understand that specific drugs are used in different types of seizures. Be familiar with Parkinson s disease and in its treatment. Know the symptoms and treatments of Myasthenia Gravis, the Attention-Deficit Disorders, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Multiple Sclerosis, and Alzheimer s Disease. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND REFERENCES: Pharmacy Practice for Technicians, 3rd ed., by Don A. Ballington, MS and Robert J. Anderson, PharmD; EMC Corporation, Paradigm Publishing Co., 2007 Pharmacy Calculations for Technicians, 4 ed., by Don A. Ballington, Tova Wiegand Green; Paradigm Publishing Co., 2010 Online Resource for Pharmacy Calculations: resource_centers/index.php?groupid=9917 Patient Care Management Lab, by Richard Finkel, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Publishing Co., 2008 Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam Review, BY Cheryl Aiken, PharmD, RPh; EMC Corporation, Paradigm Publishing Co., 2007 SI-9

10 TEACHING STRATEGIES: May include any or all of the following: Lecture, Board Work, Demonstration, Lab Activity, Classroom Exercises, Discussion, Practice Questions, and Examinations. Also, Reading Assignments for Homework, Guest Lectures, Group Projects, Simulations and Oral Presentations. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS): Practicum in Health (b).(2).(3).(4). (c ).(1). A.B.C.E.F.G.H. (2). A.B.C. (3). A.B.D.E (4). A.B.C (5). A.B. (6). A.C.D (7). A.B.C. (8). A.C. (9). A i,ii,iii,iv, v,vi,vii,viii (9). B REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF COURSE: District/School/Classroom Policy supersedes any policy listed below. Attendance: Students are expected to attend each class and be on time. Presence in class is vital to receiving the program material/content in its entirety. To ensure your success, make every effort possible to be present in class and to be on time. Make-up policy: Students are responsible for all material covered while absent. Students are responsible for completing all class assignments missed while absent. Must be scheduled with the instructor. Students have a maximum of 3 days from their return to make up assignments and exam(s). Required study time: Outside study, apart from regular classroom work, is required to successfully complete the required course assignments. The amount of time will vary according to the individual student s abilities. All assignments must be turned in at the designated time. Tutoring: Students desiring extra assistance may arrange for tutoring through their instructors. Safety Rules: Follow all safety rules, policies, and directions given by the instructor. OSHA guidelines must always be adhered to. SI-10

11 METHOD OF EVALUATING STUDENTS: Students will be graded based on the following formula: % Class Participation % Daily Assignments/Labs % Quizzes % Exams % IV Certification Exam (optional) COPYRIGHT 2012 Kaduceus Holdings Inc. SI-11

12 Pharm Tech Course Syllabus Acknowledgement of Receipt of Syllabus: I,, acknowledge that I have received the syllabus for Coursework 102 Pharmacology Theory & Calculations Part I and that my instructor has reviewed it with me. Signed: Date: Printed name: COPYRIGHT: 2012 Kaduceus Holdings Inc. SI-12

13 Pharm Tech Course Syllabus Coursework 103 PHARMACY LAWS AND ETHICS INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION: INSTRUCTOR S NAME: Office Phone: Office Hours: COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides students with an understanding of the basic functions and support mechanisms of the human body, while introducing them to the pharmacology that deals with the Respiratory and the Gastro Intestinal System. Emphasis will be placed on causes, cures, and treatment of common ailments using both prescription and OTC drugs. Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to discuss pathologies of the central nervous system, respiratory, gastrointestinal and urinary systems, and generic and trade drugs that are used for treatment. While determining the correct delivery system, students will be made aware of the side effects, dosage forms, routes, and proper use of noted drugs. COURSE PRE-REQUISITE None ACADEMIC CLOCK HOURS Total Clock Hours: 30 (20 hours lecture; 10 hours lab) LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon successful completion of the course the student should be able to: Recognize, define, spell, and pronounce medical terminology and its word part of the respiratory and gastrointestinal systems. List and discuss the generalized functions of the respiratory and gastrointestinal systems. Define and Identify medications used for the treatment of pulmonary disease. Learn the pathophysiology and treatment of asthma. Discuss the pathophysiology and treatment of emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Be aware of the reemergence of tuberculosis and of treatment for this disease Describe gastrointestinal physiology and how it affects GI diseases Understand the measures to prevent and treat hepatitis Understand the renal system, its importance and how it works Differentiate the parts of the renal system Understand the classes of diuretics and how they work Define muscle relaxants Identify the muscle relaxants and their various mechanisms of action Identify the non-narcotic analgesics, and describe their uses and mechanisms of action Given the generic and trade name of a respiratory system drug, identify what drug category it belongs to or what disease it is used to treat. Given a gastrointestinal drug category, identify several generic and trade name drugs within that category. SI-13

14 State the dosage forms of prescription and nonprescription medications commonly used to treat diseases of the urinary system. State the route of administration of prescription and nonprescription medications commonly used to treat diseases of muscle/skeletal system. Describe the adverse effects of prescription medications, nonprescription medications, and alternative therapies commonly used to treat disease. Demonstrate how to interpret prescriptions and medication orders. Calculate a medication dosage using the correct dosage equation. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS): (b).(2).(3).(4) (c) (1). A.B.C.E.F.G.H. (2). A.B.C. (3). A.B.D.E (4). A.B.C. (5). A.B. (6). A.C.D (7). A.B.C. (8). A.C.D. (9). A i,ii,iii,iv, v,vi,vii,viii (9). B Practicum in Health REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF COURSE: District/School/Classroom Policy supersedes any policy listed below. Attendance: Students are expected to attend each class and be on time. Presence in class is vital to receiving the program material/content in its entirety. To ensure your success, make every effort possible to be present in class and to be on time. Make-up policy: Students are responsible for all material covered while absent. Students are responsible for completing all class assignments missed while absent. Must be scheduled with the instructor. Students have a maximum of 3 days from their return to make up assignments and exam(s). Required study time: Outside study, apart from regular classroom work, is required to successfully complete the required course assignments. The amount of time will vary according to the individual student s abilities. All assignments must be turned in at the designated time. Tutoring: Students desiring extra assistance may arrange for tutoring through their instructors. Safety Rules: Follow all safety rules, policies, and directions given by the instructor. OSHA guidelines must always be adhered to. TOPICAL OUTLINE OF COURSE: Anticonvulsants and Drugs to Treat Other CNS Disorders Using Household Measures Respiratory Drugs Preparing Injectable Medications Gastrointestinal Drugs Preparing IV Medications Urinary System Drugs SI-14

15 Using Special Calculations in Compounding Muscle Relaxants, Non-narcotic Analgesics and Drugs for Arthritis METHOD OF EVALUATING STUDENTS: Students will be graded based on the following formula: % Class Participation % Daily Assignments/Labs % Quizzes % Exams % IV Certification Exam (optional) COPYRIGHT: 2012 Kaduceus Holdings Inc. Printed in the United States of America. SI-15

16 Pharm Tech Course Syllabus Acknowledgement of Receipt of Syllabus: I,, acknowledge that I have received the syllabus for Coursework 103, and that my instructor has reviewed it with me. Signed: Date: Printed Name: COPYRIGHT: 2012 Kaduceus Holdings Inc. Printed in the United States of America. SI-16

17 Pharm Tech Course Syllabus Coursework 104 PHARMACOLOGY AND THE HUMAN BODY INSTRUCTOR S CONTACT INFORMATION: INSTRUCTOR S NAME: Office Phone: Office Hours: Cell: START DATE OF COURSE: END DATE OF COURSE: COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this course, the subject is a mathematics review with an introduction to calculations encountered in pharmacy practice. Students will perform drug conversions, systems of measurements, actual pharmaceutical calculations of drug dosages, as well as working with compounds, admixtures, parenteral and IV medications. Upon successful completion of the course, students should have the ability to use basic math skills to evaluate information for direct patient care within the scope of pharmacy practice. COURSE PRE-REQUISITE None ACADEMIC CLOCK HOURS Total Clock Hours: 30 (20 hours lecture; 10 hours lab) LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon successful completion of the course the student should be able to: Explain the concept of hormones and how they regulate the body Discuss thyroid replacement therapy Discuss adrenal sex hormones and male dysfunction Understand the concept of hormone replacement therapy Understand the formulation of oral contraceptives Recognize the urgent need for drugs used at delivery Discuss corticosteroids Understand diabetes and the proper treatment and care of patients Know the applications for growth hormone Understand the cardiovascular system Know the drugs and treatment for each type of heart disease Recognize anticoagulant and anti platelet drugs and know their functions Discuss stroke and the drugs used to treat it SI-17

18 Identify drugs to treat hyperlipidemia and understand its role in heart disease and stroke treatment Describe the skin as an organ Understand the physiology of the skin Know the topical drugs and the conditions they treat Explain the action of the topical corticosteroids and their application Recognize the classes of antiseptics and disinfectants Recognize the ophthalmic and otic agents and their uses Understand recombinant DNA and the process for producing medications in this manner Identify colony-stimulating factors and their uses Understand the immune system and how it works Identify drugs used to treat specific disease states and the classification of drugs used in treatments Understand how the body uses vitamins and electrolytes Understand enteral and parenteral nutrition, including its purposes, ingredients, satiability, and complications Recognize herbs, their values, uses, and dangers Become familiar with the supportive therapy and antidotes used to treat occurrences of poisoning Understand the importance of the Blue Alert cart, its supplies, and its maintenance Be aware of the role of the pharmacy technician in the event of a bioterrorist attack INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND REFERENCES: Pharmacy Practice for Technicians, 3rd ed., by Don Ballington, EMC Paradigm Publishing Co., 2007 Pharmacology for Technician, 3rd ed., by Ballington and Laughlin, EMC Paradigm Publishing Co., 2007 Patient Care Management Lab, by Richard Finkel, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins Publishing Co., 2008 TEACHING STRATEGIES: May include any or all of the following: Lecture, Board Work, Demonstration, Lab Activity, Classroom Exercises, Discussion, Practice Questions, and Examinations. Also, Reading Assignments for Homework, Field Trips, Guest Lectures, Group Projects, Simulations and Oral Presentations. SI-18

19 Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS): Practicum in Health Science: (b).(2).(3).(4) (c ).(1). A.B.C.E.F.G.H. (2). A.B.C. (3). A.B.D.E. (4). A.B.C. (5). A.B. (6). A.C.D (7). A.B.C. (8). A.C.D. (9). A i,ii,iii,iv, v,vi,vii,viii (9). B) REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF COURSE: District/School/Classroom Policy supersedes any policy listed below. Attendance: Students are expected to attend each class and arrive on time. Students arriving late or leaving early from class are considered tardy. Presence in class is vital to understanding the material. To ensure success, make every effort to be present in class and be on time. Make-up policy: Students are responsible for all material covered while absent. Students are responsible for completing all class assignments missed while absent. Must be scheduled with the instructor. May be given immediately after a student returns from an absence. Students have a maximum of 3 days from their return to make up assignments and test. Required study time: Outside study, apart from regular classroom work, is required to successfully complete the required course assignments. The amount of time will vary according to the individual student s abilities. All assignments must be turned in at the designated time. Tutoring: Students desiring extra assistance may arrange for tutoring through their instructors Safety Rules: Follow all safety rules, policies, and directions given by the instructor. OSHA guidelines must always be adhered to. SI-19

20 METHOD OF EVALUATING STUDENTS: Students will be graded based on the following formula: % Class Participation % Class Participation % Daily Assignments/Labs % Test % Final Comprehensive Exam Grading scale: Letter Percent A A B B B C D F -and Below DATE SYLLABUS WAS LAST REVIEWED / EDITED / UPDATED: 3/12/2012 by Anthony Newton, CPhT Tania Consuegra MD, MBA TOPICAL OUTLINE OF COURSE: Cardiovascular Drugs The Heart The Blood Thyroid Disease, Adrenal Sex Hormones Male Impotence, Female Hormones, and Growth Hormones Hypoglycemic Agents and Corticosteroids STDs and Bone Disease Disorders of the Skin and Agents for Treatment Ophthalmic and Otic Medications Recombinant DNA Immune System Neoplastic Disease Vitamins, Nutritional Supplements, & TPN Natural Supplements, Poisons and Antidotes, & Code Blue Emergencies COPYRIGHT: 2012 Kaduceus Holdings Inc. Printed in the United States of America. SI-20

21 Pharm Tech Course Syllabus Signature page: I acknowledge that I have received the syllabus for Coursework 104, Pharmacology and the Human Body and that my instructor has reviewed it with me. Signed: Date: Printed name: COPYRIGHT: 2012 Kaduceus Holdings Inc. Printed in the United States of America. SI-21

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