PHARM 151: Sterile Preparations

Class Program
Credits
5
Lecture Hours 3 Lab Hours 4 Clinical Hours None
Weekly Contact Hours
7
Course ID
089310
Meets Degree Requirements For
Restricted Elective
Description

Continuation of PHARM 150 providing continuation of the study United States Pharmacopeia’s (USP’s) General Chapter Pharmaceutical Compounding-Sterile Preparations <797> . Students will demonstrate compliance with fundamental aseptic technique requirements.

Grading Basis
Graded
Prerequisites

Acceptance into the Pharmacy Technician Program or Instructor Permission

Course Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate entry-level knowledge of pharmacy calculations, medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy compounding, and basic pharmacy operations

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
  2. Apply patient and medication safety practices to the pharmacy technician role. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
    Documentation
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate problem-solving skills with regard to medication errors, patient intake, and pharmacy practice

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
  2. Demonstrate entry-level knowledge of pharmacy calculations, medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy compounding, and basic pharmacy operations

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
  3. Apply patient and medication safety practices to the pharmacy technician role. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
    Documentation
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Apply federal and state laws to pharmacy practice while assisting the pharmacist in the patient care process. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Cultural Diversity
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
  2. Demonstrate entry-level knowledge of pharmacy calculations, medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy compounding, and basic pharmacy operations

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
  3. Apply patient and medication safety practices to the pharmacy technician role. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
    Documentation
Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate problem-solving skills with regard to medication errors, patient intake, and pharmacy practice

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
  2. Apply federal and state laws to pharmacy practice while assisting the pharmacist in the patient care process. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Cultural Diversity
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
  3. Demonstrate entry-level knowledge of pharmacy calculations, medical terminology, pharmacology, pharmacy compounding, and basic pharmacy operations

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Quantitative Reasoning
    Communication
    Oral Expression
    Written Expression
    Social Interaction
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
  4. Apply patient and medication safety practices to the pharmacy technician role. 

    Problem Solving
    Critical Thinking
    Social Interaction
    Ethical Conduct
    Professional Conduct
    Inquiry
    Information Literacy
    Documentation

Core Topics

  1. Evolution and overview of the aseptic processing
  2. Facilities basics including primary and secondary engineering controls
  3. Sterile product categorization.
  4. Compounding basics in laminar airflow systems
  5. Introduction to USP <800> and Hazardous Drug compounding
  6. Core competencies in aseptic technique
  7. Develop workflow process until the final check.
  8. Simulation of sterile compounding, using different mediums.