PM 101 - Pharmacy Calculations

Institution:

North Central Missouri College

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Description:

Accuracy in calculation is essential to safe pharmaceutical practice. This course will help broaden a student's knowledge in pharmacy calculations thus allowing them to provide assistance to pharmacists. You will master accurate computation in dispensing, pricing, systems of measure, introduction to compounding (focuses on the art of making and preparing medication) and parenteral products as they apply in pharmacy. Study focus is on core concepts and the foundation of what every pharmacy technician needs to know to ensure safe medication administration. Mathematics skills, critical thinking, therapeutic communications in community-based healthcare system are included. (F-even years)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ncmissouri.edu

Phone Number:

(660) 359-3948 ext 1418

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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