Metric Measurements
Audio, charts, graphic illustrations and
text help files are used to provide the student with knowledge and
reference tables for use in performing various conversions. The units of
measurement for the Metric, Avoirdupois, and Apothecary systems are
discussed.
Abbreviations
The Pharmacy Industry exists in a world of
abbreviations. Abbreviations
uses in prescriptions are covered in detail.
Emphasis on abbreviations that has historically been misinterpreted
are discussed. Reference
listing of Pharmacy abbreviations is included.
Roman Numerals
The eight primary Roman Numerals are
illustrated, with emphasis on ‘rules’ for adding and subtracting. Roman Numerals are widely used in Pharmacy.
Fractions,
Decimals, & Percent
This reviews provides the basics of
fractions, decimals and Percent. The
intensive use of ‘motion graphics’ support the audio driven lesson. A good understanding of this section will provide the student
a basis for the remaining calculations topics.
Temperature Conversions
Two
widely used methods for Fahrenheit –Centigrade temperature conversions
are illustrated.
The audio driven lesson uses ‘graphics
in motion’ to provide clearly explained examples of typical
pharmacy temperature conversions.
Ratio Proportions
Ratio Proportion relationships are used to
provide a means for reducing or enlarging chemical mixtures used in
pharmacy. Determining the
proper amount of solution to mix with drug active ingredients is covered.
Quantities,
Dilutions, &Concentrations
Quantities, Dilutions, & Concentrations
provides a review of units of measurement for drug and expressions of
quantity and concentration for drugs in drug products.
Illustrations are discussed for the different methods for
determining quantities of ingredients and concentration of drugs when
preparing or dispensing drug products.
Dosage Regimen
A review of methods of expressing doses and dosage
regimens is given. The
student will learn to calculate the amount of drug product to dispense, or
the number of days’ supply from a dosage regimen.
In addition, emphasis on learning methods to calculate doses for
pediatric patients is provided.
IV Flow Rates
The student will learn to determine the flow rate of
an IV solution when given the total volume, total time of administration,
and the drops delivered per ml by the administration set.
Powder Volumes
Discussions of powder volume concept are given.
Learn how to calculate powder volume and how to use this
information in reconstituting dry powders for suspension or solution.
Pricing
Pricing methods support the needs of the pharmacy as
a business enterprise. Our
study guide will provide a review of various pricing methods used in
retail pharmacy.
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