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Crunching the Numbers: A Review of Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians
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Course
Learn essential pharmaceutical calculations to enhance accuracy and confidence in pharmacy practice. Perfect for pharmacy technicians seeking to refine their mathematical skills.
Course
Crunching the Numbers: A Review of Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians
1.0 CPE CreditVideo
Learn essential pharmaceutical calculations to enhance accuracy and confidence in pharmacy practice. Perfect for pharmacy technicians seeking to refine their mathematical skills.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Convert between units within the metric system
Calculate the dose of a medication
Perform calculations needed to modify a compounding formula
Estimate the correct answer to a pharmacy math problem
Course description
This comprehensive healthcare course emphasizes precision in pharmaceutical calculations to enhance patient safety and therapeutic outcomes. It covers essential topics like measurement systems, conversions, and drug dosage calculations, aiming to improve mathematical confidence and accuracy. Designed for healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, the course strengthens problem-solving skills through practical examples and prepares participants for certification exams. It plays a key role in preventing medication errors and ensuring optimal patient care, serving as a valuable refresher for professionals seeking to maintain high standards in healthcare practice.
Course content
Crunching the Numbers: A Review of Pharmaceutical Calculations for Health Care Professionals
Faculty Bio
Disclosures
Learning Objectives
Pharmacy Calculations: The Importance of Accuracy
Calculations Tips and Tricks
Estimating the Correct Answer
Making a Plan
The Metric System
System of Measurements: Key Terms
Systems of Measurements
The Metric System
The Metric System: Prefixes *
The Metric System: Conversions
Example: Metric System Conversions
The Metric System: Common Conversions
Calculations Basics
Calculation Basics: Key Terms
Ratio/Proportion Method
Ratio/Proportion Method: Steps
Example: Ratio and Proportion Method
Dimensional Analysis
Dimensional Analysis: Steps
Dimensional Analysis: Scheme
Example: Dimensional Analysis
Concentration Equations
Percent Strength
Example: Percent Strength
Calculation Doses
Calculating Drug Doses
Calculating Doses: Key Terms
Calculating Drug Doses
Calculating Drug Doses: Body Weight
Example: Calculating Drug Doses
Calculation for Compounding
Calculation Doses: Key Terms
Compounding Calculations
Compounding Formulas
Steps to Enlarge or Reduce Formulas
Example: Enlarging & Reducing Formulas
Enlarging & Reducing Formulas: Parts
Example: Enlarging and Reducing Formulas: Parts
Minimum Accurate Weighable Quantity
Example: Minimum Accurate Weighable Quantity
Minimum Accurate Weighable Quantity (Percent Deviation)
Example: Percent Deviation
Equation Sheet
Conclusion
References
Course details
Release Date06/04/2024
Expiration Date06/04/2027
Review Date06/04/2027
ACPE UAN0657-0000-24-043-H99-P 0657-0000-24-043-H99-T
CE Broker ID20-1219598
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
Liz FredricksonPharmD, BCPS
Liz FredricksonPharmD, BCPS
Liz Fredrickson is an Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Pharmaceutical Sciences at the Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) College of Pharmacy. At NEOMED, she serves as Course Director for the Basic Pharmaceutics, Parenteral Products, and Parenteral Products Lab courses.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Accreditations
AchieveCE is approved by the Florida Board of Pharmacy as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Crunching the Numbers: A Review of Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Florida Board of Pharmacy, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Pharmacist, Consultant Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
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Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
Cr
Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
Al
Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:
Liz Fredrickson, PharmD, BCPS - Content Expert and Faculty
Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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