Fall 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: PHRA-1202 (Section: 1, CRN: 92784) Pharmacy Law |
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Instructor | Toy Thornton-Wyckoff | ||||||||
thorntontn@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||
Phone | 4099846356 | ||||||||
Office | Madison Monroe Education - Room: 227 | ||||||||
Office Hours | Office Hours: Monday-Tuesday 3:00-3:30 pm, Wednesday 2:00-3:00 pm, Thursday-Friday 8:30-1:30pm |
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Description | Overview of federal and state laws governing the practice of pharmacy. The role of the pharmacy technician and the pharmacist and their associated responsibilities. Includes Code of Ethics, patient confidentiality, and a comparison of legal and ethical aspects. | ||||||||
Required Textbooks |
Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.
Law & Ethics for Pharmacy Technicians ISBN: 9781337796620 Author: Jahangir Moini The Pharmacy Technician A Comprehensive Approach 4th Edition ISBN:9780357371350 Author: Jahangir Moini |
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Additional Materials/Resources | None. | ||||||||
Corequisites/Prerequisites | None | ||||||||
Learning Outcomes |
• Distinguish between the responsibilities of pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in pharmacy settings. • Explain federal and state laws that govern pharmacy practice and the Code of Ethics guiding the practice of the pharmacy • Discuss violations of the law related to the field of pharmacy. • Differentiate between state and federal pharmacy laws • State the regulations of HIPPA |
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Lecture Topics Outline |
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Major Assignments Schedule |
Week 1 Introduction Law & Ethics in Pharmacy 08/23/2022 • Introduction to Law Week 2 Principles Of Liability 08/30/2022 • Legal Language • Vicarious Liabilities • Tort Reform Week 3 Quiz (Week 1 & 2 Course Material) 09/06/2022 Week 4 Ethics in Pharmacy Practice 09/13/2022 • Setting the Scene • Code of Ethics in Pharmacy • Making Ethical Decisions • Ethical Issues in the Pharmaceutical Industry Week 5 Federal Laws Federal Regulation of Drug Products 09/20/2022 • Types of Law • Violations of the Law • Pharmacy Law and Regulation at Fed. Level • Pharmacy Law and Regulation at State Level Week 6 Exam #1 (Week 1-5 Course Material) 09/27/2022 Week 7 Comprehensive Drug Abuse and Prevention Control Act: A Closer Look 10/04/2022 Week 8 The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) 10/11/2022 Week 9 Exam #2 (Week 7 & 8 Course Material) 10/18/2022 Week 10 Workplace Safety Laws 10/25/2022 & 11/01/2022 • Occupational Safety & Health Administration Standards (OSHA) • Standards & Regulations Within the Pharmacy Profession • Universal Precautions • Employee Responsibilities Week 11 Quiz (Week 10 Course Material) 11/08/2022 Week 12 State Laws Affecting Pharmacy Practice State Laws and Pharmacy Practices 11/15/2022 • Setting the Scene • Processing of Prescriptions • Computer Regulations • Pharmacy Ownership • State Regulation of Long-Term Care Week 13 Exam # 3 (Week 10-12) Course Material 11/22/2022 Week 14 Week 15 State Boards of Pharmacy & The Joint Commission Information & Review For Final Exam 11/29/2022 Week 16 Final Exam (Week 1-12 Course Material) 12/06/2022 |
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Final Exam Date | December 6, 2022 - 8:0 AM Through December 6, 2022 - 12:0 PM | ||||||||
Grading Scale |
Grade Scale: 90-100 A 80-89 B 75-79 C 74-60 D 59 & Below F |
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Determination of Final Grade |
Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria: 1. Quizzes 15% 2 .Homework 20% 3. Exams 30% 4. Final Exam 25% 5. Class Participation 10% |
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Course Policies | |||||||||
Instructor Policies |
• All assignments, quizzes, labs, and exams will be used in calculating your course grade. • Late work will receive deducted points as follows: ~24 Hours- 10 points ~48 Hours –20 points ~72 Hours –not accepted • In class activities and participation will include assessments of videos, games, group presentations, EVERYONE is expected to stay engaged as this is 10% of your class grade. • Complete the required readings, assignments, discussions as directed by the instructor • Keep copies of ALL paperwork, including syllabus, handouts, and assignments. • Participate actively by reviewing course material, interacting with classmates, and responding promptly in communication with your instructor. • No grades will be discussed over the phone, as you can make an appointment with your instructor. • If you have a complaint about this course which you cannot resolve through discussion with the instructor, please contact Shirley MacNeill, Chair Allied Health Department phone: 409-984-6356 • The following materials are officially PROHIBTED in the classroom meetings for this course: food, drink, or tobacco. This policy agrees with the official college policy, breaks will be given. • The instructor expects that students illustrate mature behavior with respect to being responsible for your own actions, being respectful of others. Failure to comply may result in removal from the classroom or the course. • Students should use their LSCPA email account to send messages to instructor. |
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Institutional Policies | |||||||||
MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA. | ||||||||
Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||
ADA Considerations | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241. | ||||||||
COVID 19 Information | The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website. | ||||||||
Facility Policies | No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited. | ||||||||
HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect | As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual. | ||||||||
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct | LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website. | ||||||||
Clery Act Crime Reporting |
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website. |
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Grievance / Complaint / Concern | If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair. | ||||||||
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