PHM 112 - Pharmacy Math

• Addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication of fractions, decimals, and reducing to lowest terms
• Conversions between Roman numerals and Arabic numbers
• Conversions between metric, household, and apothecary systems
• Conversions between standard time and military (universal time)
• Conversion between Fahrenheit and Celsius
• Interpreting prescriptions, pharmaceutical abbreviations and terminology
• Identification of prescription, medication orders, and drug labels
• Identification and verification of DEA numbers
• Calculation of days supply and quantity to be dispensed
• Conversions between percentages, ratio, and proportions
• Conversions between patient body weight in pounds to kilograms
• Pediatric dosage calculations
• Dosage calculations based on weight and body surface area

• Basic 4-function calculator
• Pen with black or blue ink

A =  90 - 100
B =   80 - 89
C =   70 - 79
D =   60 - 69
F =     0 - 59

1. Calculate and Apply fundamental mathematical functions to accurately solve pharmacy-related calculation problems.
2. Apply ratios, proportions, and percentages in problem calculations.
3. Interpret prescriptions, pharmaceutical abbreviations and terminology.
4. Calculate the correct dose and amount of oral medication to be administered, based on prescriber instructions, dosage strength, concentration, and client-specific needs.
5. Calculate, Convert and apply equivalent measurements within the metric system.
6. Analyze patient-specific parameters-such as body weight, age, and body surface area-and calculate accurate medication doses.

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