FULLY UP-TO-DATE FOR 2023–2024! You need to pass your PTCB exam, but you don’t want to spend months buried in long, boring textbooks. You don’t want to be desperately trying to memorize hundreds of pages just in case it comes up on the exam.Well never fear, PTCB Hero is here! PTCB Hero is proud to be the shortest study prep guide on the market. Our team of experienced pharmacists and expert educators has distilled the PTCB syllabus into the essential information you need to pass your exam… and nothing else!PTCB Hero has been specifically built from the ground up to address the new PTCB curriculum (introduced in 2020, and fully up-to-date for 2023–2024), addressing the four knowledge domains of:MedicationsFederal RequirementsPatient Safety and Quality AssuranceOrder Entry and ProcessingIn addition to a no-fluff explanation of the essential material you need to know, PTCB Hero contains:Example exam questions throughout (complete with detailed explanations of why answers are right or wrong), so you can understand the context in which you might be tested on the materialEssential exam day tips from those who’ve been there and passed, so you have the best chance of showing off your knowledge without nerves holding you back.And the journey doesn’t stop there: as the owner of this book, you also qualify for a deep discount on our partner resource, PTCB Hero Online, which gives you access to hundreds more practice questions (with detailed expert feedback) and two full simulated exams to test yourself under exam conditions.Your exciting new career starts here, with PTCB Hero!Medical Hero is not affiliated with or endorsed by any official testing organization. All organizational and test names are trademarks of their respective owners. Read more

The 2025 Lippincott Pocket Drug Guide for Nurses provides current, vital drug information “in a nutshell.” This handy pocket guide contains essential information on over 4,100 medications, including 20 drugs newly approved by the FDA, in an easy-access A-to-Z format.  Plus, a NEW appendix on dietary supplements plus fully updated appendices on topical and ophthalmic drugs, laxatives, contraceptives, biologicals, and combination products. The “mini” drug monographs include generic and trade names, drug classes, pregnancy risk category and controlled substance schedule, boxed warnings, indications & dosages, dose adjustments, adverse effects, drug interactions, nursing considerations, and patient teaching. Appendices cover alternative and complementary therapies, topical drugs, ophthalmic drugs, laxatives, combination drugs by therapeutic class, hormonal contraceptives, and commonly used biologicals. Index includes all generic, brand, and combination drugs mentioned in the text and highlights drugs by therapeutic class for easy identification. Key Features: Alphabetized by generic name for easy access to the information you need Includes brand names, drug class, pregnancy risk, and controlled substance schedule for each drug Prominent alerts for new drugs and boxed warnings Anatomy of a drug monograph on inside front cover guides readers to thorough understanding Detailed index of all generic and trade names and drug classes included Read more

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A foundational textbook on the scientific principles of therapeutic herbalism and their application in medicine• A complete handbook for the medical practitioner• Includes the most up-to-date information on preparations, dosage, and contraindications• By the author of The Complete Illustrated Holistic HerbalMedical Herbalism contains comprehensive information concerning the identification and use of medicinal plants by chemical structure and physiological effect, the art and science of making herbal medicine, the limitations and potential of viewing herbs chemically, and the challenge to current research paradigms posed by complex plant medicines. It also includes information on toxicology and contraindications, the issues involved in determining dosage and formulation types for an individual, guides to the different measurement systems and conversion tables, and the pros and cons of both industrial and traditional techniques.With additional sections devoted to the principles of green medicine, the history of Western Herbalism, the variety of other medical modalities using medicinal plants, an extensive resource directory, and a discussion of treatments organized by body system, Medical Herbalism is the comprehensive textbook all students and practitioners of clinical herbalism need to develop their healing practices. Read more

Top 200 Drugs Made Easy is the perfect resource for you to commit the top 200 most prescribed drugs to memory. As a fun and interactive book, it features mnemonics, memorization tips, humorous illustrations, coloring pages, and mind maps to help make learning medicine easy!A pharmacology coloring book for visual learners to boost memorization and long-term retentionA high-yield learning tool for current and aspiring medical professionalsOffers an innovative, concise, and fun way to learn the key facts about medications including brand names, side effects, indications, contraindications, counseling points, and mechanisms of action– perfect for the busy studentActive learning is encouraged with fill-in-the-blanks and test my knowledge questionsKey facts including side effects and mechanisms of action are explained in an easy to understand format Read more

Essential quick reference and review for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam (PTCE), one of the four requirements for certification. This 6-page laminated guide is designed so you can study anywhere quickly and conveniently. Twenty years of experience developing best-selling medical titles led us to create this inexpensive tool that will boost test scores and calm test-taking anxieties on a student’s path to becoming a pharmacy technician. 6 page laminated guide includes:Certification DetailsFederal Pharmacy LawsMathSIG AbbreviationsTop 100 DrugsControlled SubstancesPharmacologyCompoundingPrescription Intake & Order EntryBillingQuality Assurance Read more

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**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Pharmacology**Learn how to make accurate drug calculations and administer medications safely! Calculate with Confidence, 8th Edition makes it easy to understand the three major methods of dosage calculation ― ratio and proportion, formula method, and dimensional analysis. Clear, step-by-step instructions guide you through accurate calculation and safe administration of drug dosages. Thousands of practice problems ensure that you gain proficiency, QSEN principles prioritize client safety, and an emphasis on clinical reasoning helps you prevent medication errors. New Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) case studies help in improving clinical judgment skills. With this popular text from educator Deborah C. Morris, you will learn to calculate drug dosages and administer medications with confidence.Thousands of practice problems ensure that you gain proficiency with drug calculations.Safety Alert boxes help you prevent medication errors and avoid errors in dosage calculation.Tips for Clinical Practice boxes call out information critical to math calculation and patient safety, and summarize best practices in client care (a Clinical Judgment feature for the Next Generation NCLEX®, or NGN).Rule boxes present instructions essential to math calculations and provide the information needed to accurately solve drug calculation problems.Clinical Reasoning Scenarios discuss the safe administration of medications (also a Clinical Judgment feature for the NGN) and help you apply your knowledge to patient care.Comprehensive Post-Test assesses your retention of the "big picture" concepts, with answers located in the back of the book.Review of basic math, pre-tests, and post-tests allow you to evaluate your understanding of the material.Medication Administration chapter covers medication safety, a discussion on client rights, the basic six rights of medication administration, and routes of medication administration.Chapter review problems test your comprehension of all major topics, with the answers at the end of the chapter.Points to Remember list bulleted key points from the chapter.NEW! Five single-episode Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) case studies are added to the book.NEW! QSEN content is now included In Unit One, Math Review.NEW! Updated medication labels are included.NEW! Discussion of herbal meds is included in the Medication Administration chapter.NEW! Latest research and information is included in the Insulin, Critical Care Calculations, and Pediatric and Adult Dosage Calculation Based on Weight chapters.NEW! Updated information on the administration of fluids is added.NEW! Updated information and examples of complex I&O problems are added to the Intake and Output section of the text, and it also includes more examples of complex I&O problems.NEW! Updated Medication Index includes the latest drug information and removes drugs that are off the market or are not widely used. Read more

Mometrix Test Preparation's PTCB Exam Study Guide - PTCB Secrets Review Prep Book is the ideal prep solution for anyone who wants to pass their Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Examination (PTCE). The exam is extremely challenging, and thorough test preparation is essential for success. Our study guide includes:6 practice tests available in online interactive format (2 of these printed in the guide)Step-by-step video tutorials to help you master difficult conceptsTips and strategies to help you get your best test performanceA complete review of all PTCB test sectionsEnd-of-chapter quizzes to test your comprehension of each chapterMometrix Test Preparation is not affiliated with or endorsed by any official testing organization. All organizational and test names are trademarks of their respective owners.The Mometrix guide is filled with the critical information you will need in order to do well on your PTCB exam: the concepts, procedures, principles, and vocabulary that the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) expects you to have mastered before sitting for your exam.Test sections include:Abbreviations and TerminologyMedicationsFederal RequirementsPatient Safety and Quality AssuranceOrder Entry and ProcessingSupplemental content includes:State Requirements and Practice StandardsInventory ManagementHealth and WellnessBilling and Reimbursement...and much more!Our guide is full of specific and detailed information that will be key to passing your exam. Concepts and principles aren't simply named or described in passing, but are explained in detail. The Mometrix PTCB study guide is laid out in a logical and organized fashion so that one section naturally flows from the one preceding it. Because it's written with an eye for both technical accuracy and accessibility, you will not have to worry about getting lost in dense academic language.Any test prep guide is only as good as its practice questions and answer explanations, and that's another area where our guide stands out. The Mometrix test prep team has provided plenty of PTCB practice test questions to prepare you for what to expect on the actual exam. Each answer is explained in depth, in order to make the principles and reasoning behind it crystal clear. All 6 practice tests are available to take in online interactive format, allowing you to immediately score your test and see what you got wrong. We've also printed 2 practice tests in your guide for offline reference.Many concepts include links to online review videos where you can watch our instructors break down the topics so the material can be quickly grasped. Examples are worked step-by-step so you see exactly what to do.We've helped hundreds of thousands of people pass standardized tests and achieve their education and career goals. We've done this by setting high standards for Mometrix Test Preparation guides, and our PTCB Exam Study Guide - PTCB Secrets Review Prep Book is no exception. It's an excellent investment in your future. Get the PTCB review you need to be successful on your exam. Read more

The Pharmacy Calculation Workbook provides 250 calculation questions to prepare for the demanding NAPLEX and PTCB Exam. Master exam topics with intensive practice in the areas you'll find on the test. All questions are test-level difficulty and focused solely on helping you pass. Whether you’re challenging the exam for the first time or trying again after an unsuccessful attempt, you will learn the critical skills needed to master the exam.Included are practice questions for the following topics:• Calculation Fundamentals• Dilutions and Concentrations• Density and Specific Gravity• Patient Specific Dosing• Intravenous Infusions and Flow Rates• Compounding• Reducing and Enlarging Formulas• Expressions of Concentration• Electrolyte Solutions• Nutrition Support• Isotonic and Buffer Solutions• Pharmaceutical Conversions Read more

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**New Edition: The 2025-2026 version was published January 30, 2025**Imagine if students could get all of the practice they need from just one study guide and score very high on the Pharmacy Technician Certification Exam.While other guides only provide a short review, this guide has a complete review of concepts along with 540 questions and detailed answer explanations. There are 6 full-length tests included so that students will have enough practice before attempting the real exam.About Newstone Test PrepNewstone Test Prep provides students with updated test questions so that they are well prepared before taking the exam. We take pride in our guides because they combine both theory and test questions. At Newstone Test Prep, we do not just compile test questions; we compile the same number of questions as the real exams, in the same format. This has been a great help for past students because they were able to simulate the real exam while studying.Thousands of students have scored higher on their exams after using our study guides.Table of ContentsChapter 1: The PTCEChapter 2: MedicationsChapter 3: Overview of DrugsChapter 4: Federal RequirementsChapter 5: Patient Safety and Quality AssuranceChapter 6: Order Entry and ProcessingTest 1 - Questions and Answer ExplanationsTest 2 - Questions and Answer ExplanationsTest 3 - Questions and Answer ExplanationsTest 4 - Questions and Answer ExplanationsTest 5 - Questions and Answer ExplanationsTest 6 - Questions and Answer Explanations Read more

Score your highest in a medical dosage calculations courseA recent shortage of nurses in a society with an aging population has triggered the demand for students to enter the field of medical study. A dosage calculations course is required for most students earning an applied science degree in nursing, pharmacology, or paramedic programs.Medical Dosage Calculations For Dummies tracks a typical dosage calculations course and provides helpful content in an approachable and easy-to-understand format. Plus, you'll get examples of the various calculations made to determine the appropriate quantity of drug or solution that should be administered to patients.Calculating drug dosages utilizing ratio-proportion, formula, and dimensional analysisSystems of measurement, including metric and apothecary and other conversion equivalents for a global audienceThe ins and outs of the charting systems for MAR (Medicine Administration Records)If you're one of the hundreds of thousands of students aspiring to enter the medical field, Medical Dosage Calculations For Dummies is your ticket for scoring your highest on exams. Read more

Students’ favorite review resource for studying the essentials of medical pharmacology, Lippincott® Illustrated Reviews: Pharmacology, 8th Edition, presents up-to-date drug information in an accessible format ideal for effective review.Part of the popular Lippincott® Illustrated Reviews series, this concise resource features clear writing and hundreds of illustrations that break down complex pharmacological information, so it is understandable and accessible. Sequential images present mechanisms of action and focus on showing rather than telling students how drugs work, and review questions with answers deliver powerful, practical exam preparation.NEW! Pharmacogenomics chapter familiarizes students with this topical area of clinical pharmacology.NEW! Clinical Application boxes emphasize the practical application of pharmacology concepts with real-world clinical examples.NEW! Chapter Summaries facilitate quick review for better student comprehension. Updated drug information reflects the most current, clinically relevant pharmacology material.Approachable outline format distills complex information for easier review.High-quality illustrations reinforce understanding in vibrant detail.Enhanced review questions with answers provide valuable self-assessment and prepare students for their Board reviews. Read more

Get Ready for the PTCB Exam with Confidence: Score Top Marks on Your First Attempt!Are you preparing for the PTCB exam with the goal of achieving the highest score, standing out, and securing your path to a successful pharmacy technician career?EvoLit Publishing presents the definitive ALL-IN-ONE PTCB Exam Prep, a guide that has empowered countless aspiring pharmacy technicians to seize top opportunities in the pharmacy field.🎯 Secure Your Success on the First Attempt!With our comprehensive guide, you will gain access to:📚 Extensive Content Mastery: Dive deep into all exam domains, including pharmacology, pharmacy law and ethics, and medication safety, for thorough preparation.🧠 790 Practice Questions: Engage with a broad array of questions, each with detailed explanations to solidify your understanding and enhance learning.📝 5 Full-Length Practice Tests: Experience the intensity of the actual exam environment to boost your confidence and hone your test-taking skills.✅ Detailed Answer Explanations: Go beyond memorizing to understand the reasoning behind each answer, helping you correct misconceptions and deepen your knowledge.🏷️ 380 Printable Flashcards: Improve Cognitive Development, increase self-confidence, develop good and effective communication, and enhance creativity.🔍 Diagnostic Test: Identify your strengths and areas for improvement with our comprehensive diagnostic tools.💊 Top 200 Drugs Guide: Master essential pharmacology details critical for exam success.📈 Proven Study Techniques: Adopt effective strategies to optimize your study sessions and excel on exam day.📘 Key Concept Insights: Get a competitive edge by exploring detailed analyses of crucial topics and current trends.🌟 Advanced Stress Relief Methods: Implement expert strategies to maintain composure and achieve peak performance during your exam.Choose EvoLit Publishing’s PTCB Exam Prep for a guaranteed route to success in the dynamic field of pharmacy.🚀 Embark on your path to becoming a certified pharmacy technician today— order your copy now! Read more

Created on the premise that students must master the principles of drug therapy before learning the details of individual drugs, Karch’s Focus on Nursing Pharmacology, 9th Edition, provides a concise, student-friendly approach to the concepts students need to know to pass their NCLEX® exams and establish a foundation for effective drug therapy in clinical practice.  Author Rebecca Tucker builds on Amy M. Karch’s popular, streamlined writing style, integrating students’ knowledge of physiology, chemistry, and nursing fundamentals with a focus on essential information about each drug group. Extensively updated and full of engaging learning features, the 9th Edition keeps students at the forefront of nursing pharmacology while cultivating the critical thinking, clinical judgment, and patient communication skills students need to excel in their exams and on the job. New and Updated FeaturesNEW! Vitamin, Minerals, Complementary/Alternative Medications chapter strengthens students’ mastery of this emerging priority for NCLEX preparation and clinical practice. NEW! Ear Medications and Blood and Blood Products appendices provide fast access to coverage of recent advancements in these key pharmacology areas. NEW! Expanded coverage of substance use and illicit substances keeps students current with the latest perspectives and approaches in nicotine and nicotine replacement, alcohol, and medications to treat withdrawal/abstinence medication. UPDATED! Dosage Calculations chapter familiarizes students with equations and measurement systems they’ll encounter in clinical practice.    Read more

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***The 2025-2026 version was published on February 1st, 2025.Imagine if you could get all of the practice you need from just one study guide and achieve a high score on the NHA ExCPT Exam.By combining review material and practice questions, this ExCPT Study Guide ensures that you will be fully prepared for the CPhT exam. While other guides only provide a short review, this guide includes a complete review of concepts along with 500 questions and detailed answer explanations. There are 5 full-length exams included.About Newstone Test Prep (Est. 2018)Newstone Test Prep provides students with updated test questions so that they are well prepared before taking the exam. We take pride in our guides because they combine both review material and test questions. At Newstone Test Prep, we do not just compile test questions; we compile the same number of questions as the real exams, in the same format. This has been a great help for past students because they were able to simulate the real exam while studying.Hundreds of thousands of students have scored higher on their exams after using our study guides.Table of ContentsDomain 1: Overview and LawsChapter 1: Role, Scope of Practice, and General Duties of the Pharmacy TechnicianChapter 2: Laws and RegulationsChapter 3: Controlled SubstancesDomain 2: Drugs and Drug TherapyChapter 4: Drug ClassificationChapter 5: Frequently Prescribed MedicationsDomain 3: Dispensing ProcessChapter 6: Prescription and Medication ordersChapter 7: Preparing and Dispensing PrescriptionsChapter 8: CalculationsChapter 9: Sterile and Nonsterile Products, Compounding, Unit Dose, and RepackagingDomain 4: Medication Safety and Quality AssuranceTest 1: QuestionsTest 1: Answers and ExplanationsTest 2: QuestionsTest 2: Answers and ExplanationsTest 3: QuestionsTest 3: Answers and ExplanationsTest 4: QuestionsTest 4: Answers and ExplanationTest 5: QuestionsTest 5: Answers and Explanations Read more

This book is divided into eight units containing 33 chapters and over 400 practice problems.Unit 1: Essential Skills As with any subject, you must master some basic material before you can tackle the main subject. The following topics are cover in Unit 1.The Metric SystemApothecary/Avoirdupois/Household SystemsRatiosDimensional Analysis and Ratio Proportion Rounding NumbersUnit 2: Auxiliary SubjectsUnit 2 covers a few subjects which you may or may not need, depending on your school and/or practice.Scientific NotationSignificant FiguresRoman NumeralsUnit 3: Unit ConversionsConverting between the various units of measurements used in pharmacy is an essential skill and mastering this unit will set you up for success in the more complex calculations.Unit Conversions-The Basics Unit Conversions Within the Metric System Unit Conversions Within the Household System Unit Conversions Between Metric, Household and Apothecary Unit Conversions Involving Hours and Minutes Unit 4: Dosage CalculationsThis unit starts by covering the terminology then moves on to the various ways to set up and solve the problems. Three levels of problems follow, starting with easy, one-step problems, and moving on to more complex problems.Dosage Calculations-The BasicsDosage Calculations Levels 1, 2, and 3 Body Surface Area Dosing CalculationsUnit 5: IV Flow Rate CalculationsAs with the dosage calculation unit, this unit starts off with the basics then moves on to calculations, starting with easy calculations and progressing to more complex calculations.IV Flow Rate Calculations-The BasicsIV Flow Rate Calculations Level 1 and 3IV Flow Rate Adjustments Unit 6: Percent and Ratio Strength Calculations As a pharmacy technician, you will encounter drugs expressed in a percent strength every day and it is important that you master this unit.Percent Percent Strength Percent Error Ratio Strength Unit 7: Concentrations/Dilutions/Reconstitution CalculationsNo pharmacy calculation course would be complete without a section on concentrations and dilutions. The knowledge gained in the previous unit will come in handy here.Concentrations and DilutionsPowder Volume CalculationsSerial DilutionUnit 8: Miscellaneous SubjectsBe sure to take the self-assessment exam and work on any problem areas.Milliequivalent Calculations Temperature Conversion CalculationsPharmacy Calculation Puzzles Self-Assessment Exam Read more

As an emergency care professional, you save lives every day. And, while physicians will order various medications to be administered, he or she may not know the strengths or amounts of medication you have available in your ambulance. You, therefore, must convert what you have on hand into an equivalent dose to match the physician's orders.Paramedic Med-Math Made Easy provides step-by-step instructions for the most common, every day formulas you'll use in the field. In its easy to understand format, you'll quickly grasp how to convert pounds to kilograms, teaspoons to milliliters, or grams to milligrams.With the equivalents and formulas laid out, Paramedic Med-Math Made Easy then provides examples showing how formulas are used, along with guidelines to help you understand each calculation. Also included are practical-application problems and their answers. Each scenario illustrates how the application or conversion should be set up, so you can clearly see and understand how the calculation works and where pitfalls may occur.Admittedly, you can choose among several math formula methods to calculate proper doses to administer. Most important, though, is deciding what method works best for you-the one that prevents you from making any errors. Paramedic Med-Math Made Easy will help you do just that. Read more