Pharmaceutical Calculations for Pharmacy Technicians: A Worktext

Presented in a practical, hands-on workbook format, the text features more than 1,100 practice problems to help students hone their math skills effectively through practice and application.

Examples for each problem type are provided in a clear, step-by-step format making even complex math concepts easier to understand for students of all ability and comfort levels.

Material on pediatric and geriatric drug calculations provides useful insights and advice related to the specialized medication needs of these significant patient segments.

"Remember" boxes throughout the text highlight key content, drawing students' attention to important facts, calculations, and other material especially worthy of notice and retention.

Expanded chapter on math fundamentals includes additional coverage of essential concepts and operations, providing a stronger foundation for students to build knowledge and skills throughout the course.

Updated and reorganized chapters cover important topics such as interpreting prescriptions and drug labels, assessing percentage of error due to equipment, understanding concentrations, working with dilutions and solutions, conducting dimensional analysis, and reconstituting powdered drugs.

Several chapters from the previous edition have been consolidated to accommodate new material while preserving a streamlined, reader-friendly structure and presentation.

Appendix B now includes answers to all Test Your Knowledge questions, allowing students to check their results, assess their understanding of chapter material, and easily identify any areas for reinforcement with further study.

New appendix lists the most commonly prescribed drugs in 2011, providing a convenient, practical, and timely reference that is highly relevant for today's practicing and aspiring pharmacy technicians.