PHRX 312 - Institutional Practice and Sterile Products (2)

Introduction to institutional/hospital pharmacy practice that specifically addresses the compounding of sterile products. Includes medication ordering and dispensing systems, patient medical charts, interprofessional interactions, and pharmacy- specific patient care activities. Students also learn the theory of sterile compounding and aseptic technique and discuss USP 797 regulations for a sterile compounding environment, special procedures, and quality control as well as a review of state pharmacy regulations. In addition, this course addresses sterile compounding of hazardous drugs, USP 800, use of relevant references, applicable calculations, and production of total parenteral nutrition mixtures in addition to parenteral administration and equipment. Offered: Spring.