PTEC 223 Institutional Dispensing and Sterile Product Preparation is a experiential lab course in which students learn the aseptic skills required to prepare a variety of parenteral products. Students apply the knowledge and skills acquired from previous theory courses to process and dispense prescriptions safely, efficiently and effectively in hospital practice settings. Students practice the technical aspects of processing prescriptions including interpreting prescriptions, performing calculations, documentation, and verification. Principles of inventory management and best practices in pharmacy record keeping are integrated into the learning activities. Safety, dosage calculations, incompatibilities, sterile procedure, and quality assurance controls are emphasized.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Semester 3 in the PTEC Program
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 2.4 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 90 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lab (lab, field, computer) | 37.5 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- demonstrate the principles of infection control and aseptic technique during sterile product preparation.
- distinguish working areas and associated equipment used for institutional and sterile product preparation.
- prepare a variety of sterile parenteral preparations according to applicable compounding standards.
- process and prepare medication orders and verify the technical aspects of the prescription to ensure accuracy in accordance with policies and regulations.
- adhere to quality assurance and risk management policies when dispensing medications and compounding sterile products.
- apply ethical principles and demonstrate professional behaviour in the lab setting.
Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 96 - 100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 92-95 |
A |
4.00 |
| 89-91 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 86-88 |
B |
3.00 |
| 83-85 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 80-82 |
C |
2.00 |
| 79 & lower |
F |
0.00 |
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Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.