TIPS : Nurse Exams - RPN Review & Guide:

PTCB/PTCE Prep course

PTCB/PTCE Prep course

PTCB- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTEC) Prep course

Section 1: Medication Fundamentals

Drug Names and Classifications

Understanding generic vs. brand names

Categories of drugs based on mechanism of action

Over-the-counter vs. prescription status

Understanding Therapeutic Equivalence

Definition of bioequivalence

Implications of therapeutic equivalence on pharmacy practice

Managing Drug Interactions and Contraindications

Identifying potential drug-drug, drug-food, and drug-disease interactions

Strategies to manage and prevent harmful interactions

Drug Forms, Strengths, and Administration Techniques

Overview of various drug formulations: tablets, capsules, injections, etc.

Appropriate techniques for medication administration per route

Identifying Side Effects, Adverse Reactions, and Allergies

Common side effects associated with major drug classes

Recognizing signs of severe allergic reactions and steps to take

Clinical Uses of Medications and Dietary Supplements

Indications for common medications and supplements

Rational drug use and patient counseling tips

Stability and Storage of Pharmaceutical Products

Proper storage conditions for stability

Handling and disposal of expired or damaged pharmaceuticals

Handling Narrow Therapeutic Index Medications

Special considerations in dispensing and monitoring

Importance of adherence to prescribed therapeutic ranges

Compounding Basics and Techniques

Basic compounding procedures for various formulations

Legal and safety considerations in compounding

Section 2: Federal Pharmacy Law

Safe Handling and Disposal of Pharmaceuticals

Protocols for handling hazardous materials

FDA guidelines for disposal of unused medications

Controlled Substances Regulations

Overview of DEA schedules and implications for pharmacy practice

Documentation and security requirements for controlled substances

Compliance with Restricted Drug Programs

Navigating REMS (Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies) and their impact on pharmacy operations

FDA Recall Procedures and Compliance

How to handle drug recalls

Communication strategies with patients during recalls

Section 3: Patient Safety and Quality Assurance

Managing High-alert Medications and Look-Alike Sound-Alike (LASA) Issues

Strategies to differentiate and safely handle LASA medications

Best practices for labeling and storage to minimize errors

Error Prevention Strategies in Pharmacy Practice

Techniques for reducing dispensing errors

Importance of double-checking and peer reviews

Importance of Pharmacist Interventions

Role of the pharmacist in medication therapy management (MTM)

Case studies illustrating successful pharmacist interventions

Adverse Event Reporting Protocols

How to report adverse events to regulatory bodies

Understanding the role of pharmacists in pharmacovigilance

Prescription Verification and Hygiene Standards

Steps for verifying prescriptions accurately

Hygiene and infection control practices in pharmacy settings

Section 4: Pharmacy Operations and Medication Management

Compounding Techniques for Non-sterile Formulations

Detailed procedures for compounding creams, ointments, and suspensions

Safety guidelines to prevent cross-contamination

Essential Pharmaceutical Calculations

Dosage calculations, conversions between measurement systems

Calculating renal dosing and pediatric doses

Equipment and Tools in Medication Administration

Use and maintenance of dispensing equipment

Technological tools that enhance accuracy in dispensing

Effective Inventory Management Practices

Techniques for managing stock levels efficiently

Strategies to minimize wastage and manage pharmacy inventory costs

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