Title: Module 3: Prepare Intravenous Admixtures (Part 2 of 2)
Course: PTN 0086 Pharmacy Technician III > Section: Module 3: Prepare Intravenous Admixtures (Part 2 of 2)

Introduction

Pharmacy technicians will need to prepare numerous quantities of IV admixtures, especially in the hospital setting. Although many IV admixtures are pre-made from the manufacturer, technicians will also have to manually prepare some IVs. It is the duty of the IV technician to know and comply with the rules and regulations of sterile compounding.

In this module, students will gain a better understanding of the guidelines to preparing IV admixtures and the different types of admixtures, including Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and chemotherapeutic agents. Students will also learn the safety techniques associated with the different types of admixtures and the upkeep of compounding equipment. Finally, students will participate in an internship and/or practicum where they will demonstrate the proper IV compounding techniques.

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:

- Follow guidelines for preparing IV admixtures.
- Identify the types of admixtures.
- Apply proper safety techniques.
- Participate in an internship.

Learning Outcomes

This module addresses the following course outcomes:

Reconstitute parenteral medications.

Use aseptic technique to withdraw medication from stock vial, measure correct quantity as instructed, select and insert it into IV solution without error.

Use aseptic technique to withdraw medication from an ampule.

Prepare parenteral solutions and discuss current intravenous preparation industry trends.

Prepare Total Parenteral Nutrition solutions.

Prepare chemotherapeutic agents using proper safety techniques.

Demonstrate appropriate technique in the use of specialized equipment such as: laminar flow hoods, filters, pumps, and automated compounders and barrier isolator.

Place label on IV solution container and keep records.

Perform quality control check.

Readings and Resources

American Pharmacists Association. (2013). The pharmacy technician (5th ed.). Englewood CO: Morton Publishing.
Chapter 9

Module 3 Reading Overview