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Aseptic Techniques Refresher Course

A refresher course designed for pharmacists and technicians who prepare sterile products.
6 Contact Hours

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the pharmacist should be able to:

  1. Explain the proper mixing and handling of parental drugs.
  2. Discuss parenteral drug therapy delivery systems.
  3. Discuss/demonstrate the use of a laminar flow hood.
  4. Determine compatibilities and stabilities of intravenous admixtures.
  5. Safely prepare/handle chemotherapeutic agents.
  6. Explain the basic concepts of electrolyte balance in parenteral nutrition products.
  7. Explain the basic goals in fluid, electrolyte, and acid-based balance.
  8. Explain TSBP Rules concerning aseptic techniques and technician supervision.
  9. Comply with USP Chapter <797> standards for preparation, storage, and administration of compounded sterile products.

THIS IS A APPLICATION-BASED ACTIVITY

Who Should Attend

This program is intended for pharmacists and technicians who desire to refresh their knowledge of aseptic techniques and the compounding of intravenous medication, cytotoxic and hazardous drugs. Topics will also include basic principles of parenteral nutrition and fluid and electrolyte balance, venous access devices, and determining intravenous admixture compatibilities.

Deadlines and Registration

Aseptic Techniques for Pharmacists and Technicians Refresher Course
Program Dates:
(ACPE #066-000-05-006-L01, 0.6 CEU, 6 Contacts Hours)

June 13            July 11             August  15
Download 2009 Summer Program Brochure and Registration Form (Download Brochure)

September  12     October  10     November 7     December  12
Download 2009 Fall Program Brochure and Registration Form (Download Brochure)

Enrollment is limited to 100 persons

Registration Deadline: 15 days prior to the scheduled program date.
Cancellation Notice: Insufficient registrations will cause this program to be cancelled.
Refund Policy: A 90% refund will be granted for written cancellation seven days in advance.
Registration Fee:

$200.00. Fee should accompany registration form.


Program Schedule

7:30 a.m.                       Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 a.m.                       Lectures/Film/Workshops
12:00 noon                   Working Lunch
12:00 – 1:40 p.m.        Lectures/Film/
1:40 – 2:00 p.m.          Evaluations/Adjournment


Program Faculty

Raymond W. Hammond, Pharm.D., FCCP, BCPS:
Associate Dean for Practice Programs
Clinical Associate Professor
University of Houston College of Pharmacy

Shara Zatopek, R.Ph., M.S.
Associate Dean for Administration
Clinical Associate Professor
University of Houston College of Pharmacy