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Overview
In a simple, straightforward style, the Legal Handbook for Pharmacy Technicians teaches pharmacy technicians the essentials on how pharmacy is regulated. Issues such as the role of laws and regulations; regulation of prescription and non-prescription drugs; FDA drug labeling, package inserts, and warnings; state registration and licensing of technicians; and confidentiality and privacy issues are covered in a concise, understandable way.Inside you'll find detailed information on: Legal and regulatory systems for pharmacy in the United States, Federal and state laws and regulations for drugs Controlled substance laws and regulations Confidentiality and privacy of patient records and information This guide also includes chapter learning objectives, key points, and chapter review questions and answers to prepare pharmacy technicians for the PTCB exam as well as their daily professional activities.
Synopsis
In a simple, straightforward style, the Legal Handbook for Pharmacy Technicians teaches pharmacy technicians the essentials on how pharmacy is regulated. Issues such as the role of laws and regulations; regulation of prescription and non-prescription drugs; FDA drug labeling, package inserts, and warnings; state registration and licensing of technicians; and confidentiality and privacy issues are covered in a concise, understandable way.
Inside you'll find detailed information on: Legal and regulatory systems for pharmacy in the United States, Federal and state laws and regulations for drugs Controlled substance laws and regulations Confidentiality and privacy of patient records and information This guide also includes chapter learning objectives, key points, and chapter review questions and answers to prepare pharmacy technicians for the PTCB exam as well as their daily professional activities.
Doody Review Services
Reviewer:Adrienne L Au, Pharm.D(Temple University School of Pharmacy)
Description:This is the first handbook of pharmacy laws and regulations geared towards pharmacy technicians.
Purpose:Pharmacy technicians play an important role in the daily operations of any pharmacy and it is important for them to be knowledgeable about pharmacy laws and regulations. The author uses a simple, easy-to-follow format to outline these guidelines. The key points and self-assessment tools enhance the book's objectives.
Audience:The book is targeted at pharmacy technicians working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. With both a PharmD and a JD, the author is a credible authority.
Features:The strength of this book lies in its discussion of pharmacy ethics, rules, and regulations. It also outlines what pharmacy technicians can and cannot do, such as patient counseling or using their professional judgment. Features such as key points and self-assessment tools reinforce its main concepts. The book covers the topic of pharmacy laws in great detail, although it may be too in-depth for its target audience.
Assessment:While there are several books on the market covering the topic of pharmacy laws and regulations, this appears to be the first specifically targeting pharmacy technicians.
Editorials
Reviewer: Adrienne L Au, Pharm.D(Temple University School of Pharmacy)
Description: This is the first handbook of pharmacy laws and regulations geared towards pharmacy technicians.
Purpose: Pharmacy technicians play an important role in the daily operations of any pharmacy and it is important for them to be knowledgeable about pharmacy laws and regulations. The author uses a simple, easy-to-follow format to outline these guidelines. The key points and self-assessment tools enhance the book's objectives.
Audience: The book is targeted at pharmacy technicians working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. With both a PharmD and a JD, the author is a credible authority.
Features: The strength of this book lies in its discussion of pharmacy ethics, rules, and regulations. It also outlines what pharmacy technicians can and cannot do, such as patient counseling or using their professional judgment. Features such as key points and self-assessment tools reinforce its main concepts. The book covers the topic of pharmacy laws in great detail, although it may be too in-depth for its target audience.
Assessment: While there are several books on the market covering the topic of pharmacy laws and regulations, this appears to be the first specifically targeting pharmacy technicians.