Spring 2024 Course Syllabus Course: PHRA-1349 (Section: 1, CRN: 10526) Institutional Pharmacy Practice

Instructor Information
Instructor	Toy Thornton-Wyckoff
Email	thorntontn@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6437
Office	Madison Monroe Education - Room: 227
Office Hours	Wed.-Thurs. 10:00 am -1:00 pm, Friday 8:30 am-12:30 pm
Additional Contact Information	Allied Health Administrative Assistant, Donna Wolfe (409) 984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872
Course Information
Description	Fundamentals of the diverse roles and practice of pharmacy technicians in an institutional pharmacy setting. In-depth coverage of hospital pharmacy organization, work flow and personnel, safety techniques, data entry, packaging and labeling operations, inpatient drug distribution systems including investigational drugs, continuous quality improvement and inventory control.
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. Hospital Pharmacy Practice for Technicians ISBN: 978-1-284-03046-4 Author: Mark Burton
Additional Materials/Resources	-Highlighters/ Red Pens/ #2 Pencils -1'inch binder  -Dividers *Any other material required will be discussed by instructor throughout the course
Corequisites/Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	1. Health systems and pharmacy technician overview (PSLO 3) 2. Professionalism in the Health System Pharmacy (PSLO 3) 3. The Pharmacy Team: Functions and Duties (PSLO 2,3, & 6) 4. Informatics and Technology (PSLO 3,4 & 6) 5. Get Set for Your Career (PSLO 3 & 6)
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Identify pharmaceutical drugs, abbreviations, classifications, dosages, side effects, and routes of administration. Know the federal and state laws governing the practice of pharmacy. Understand the qualifications, operational guidelines, and job duties of a pharmacy technician Apply the skills necessary to process, prepare, label, and maintain records of prescriptions in a community pharmacy. Be able to complete pharmaceutical calculations and aseptic technique required for compound and sterile preparations. Demonstrate specialized pharmaceutical theory, skills, and concepts.
Lecture Topics Outline	1. Health systems and pharmacy technician overview  2. Professionalism in the Health System Pharmacy  3. The Pharmacy Team: Functions and Duties  4. Informatics and Technology  5. Get Set for Your Career
Major Assignments Schedule	1. Health systems and pharmacy technician overview 1. Origin 2. Evolution 3. Current roles 4. Future 2. Professionalism in the Health System Pharmacy A. Appearance and Attitude Appearance Attitude Mindset B. Behaviors and Practices Punctuality Accountability Ethics Critical Thinking C. Interactions and Decorum Communication Hospital Personnel Chain of Command Stressful Situations 3. The Pharmacy Team: Functions and Duties A. Central Technician Telephone Calls Face-to-Face Interactions Medication Filling Crash Carts Anesthesia Tray PHRA 1349 Course Syllabus B. IV Room Technician Overview Pre-preparation Concepts and Procedures Post preparation Procedures Non-preparation Procedures C. Automation Technician Medication Dispensing Overview Primary Technician ADC Activities Secondary Technician Activities D. Specialty Roles and Duties Purchasing Agent Satellite Technician Controlled Substance Technician Technician Supervisor Automation Manager Medication Reconciliation Technician E. Medication Safety Organization Definitions Importance and Relevance Error Categories Error Causes Methods of Prevention 4. Informatics and Technology A. Health System Software and Equipment ADT Systems Nursing Equipment and Software Physician Equipment and Software Fully Integrated Systems Troubleshooting B. Pharmacy Management Software and Peripherals Functionality Technicians Operations Ordering Scanning Software and Equipment C. Automation Software and Peripherals 1. Main Console 2. Connectivity 3. Overrides 4. Handheld Scanner Devices and Applications D. Repacking Technology Pill and Capsule Repackaging Oral liquid Repackaging E. IV Room Technology Horizontal Laminar Airflow Workbenches Barrier Isolators Biological Safety Cabinets Compounding Devices Maintenance and Quality Control 5. Get Set for Your Career A. Credentials Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications Renewals, and Continuing Education Professional Organizations B. Finding Employment
Final Exam Date	May 7, 2023 - 8:30 AM   Through  May 7, 2023 - 10:30 AM
Grading Scale	90-100 A 80-89 B 75-79 C 74-60 D 59 & Below F
Determination of Final Grade	Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria: 1. Quizzes 15% 2. Assignments 15% 3. Lab 10% 3. Exams 25% 4. Final Exam 25% 5. Attendance 10%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Course Policies: (Instructor Policies) All assignments, quizzes, labs, and exams will be used in calculating your course grade. No extra creditis given semester 2 except for active Allied Health Society members who participate in meetings or events. Late workwill 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 15% 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 in the designated binder for this course. Participate actively by reviewing course material, interacting with classmates and group partners, 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: 409-984-6365 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 will be expected to be in Pharmacy Technician program complete uniform in class and clinical as you will not be allowed to attend class or clinical without the proper attire (scrubs, jacket, tennis shoes) which can lead to an unexcused absence and a zero for the day. Students should use their LSCPA email account to send messages to instructor. Cell phones are to be put away when class starts and during class, students will be allowed to use their phone during break time unless there is an emergency in which the instructor should be notified, if a student is caught with their phone out they will be asked to leave the classroom with a grade of zero given for the day.
Attendance Policy	Attendance Policy:  All students are expected to attend class daily. The door is closed at 8:00 a.m. NO ENTRY will be allowed as this is a disruption to the class, you will be permitted to enter during break time, but no work will be retaught, nor will handouts be given; you must get with a fellow student for your work. TEST or QUIZ Day, when the first person turns in their exam no entry will be allowed into the class.  A student who is absent from class more than 3 days may be at risk of being dropped from the program by the Program Director. Late arrival to class is disruptive, any student arriving more than five (5) minutes late should not enter the classroom and should wait until break time to enter. Repetitive classroom or lab tardiness (2 or more) will result in a 5-point deduction on the next exam grade.  Students who arrive after a quiz or exam starts, but before it ends, may take the quiz or exam without penalty but no additional time will be given, when the first person turns in their exam there will be NO ENTRY into the class for testing. It is the student's responsibility to notify the instructor of ANY absence. If unable to reach the instructor in the office, please leave a voicemail and email using the student's campus email. If no contact is made, assignment for the day will be considered incomplete or a zero.
Additional Information
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 diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 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.
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.
Department Information	Allied Health Chair: Shirley MacNeill Email: macneisb@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6365