PHM 118 Sterile Products

Lecture: 3 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 4

This course provides an introduction to intravenous admixture preparation and other sterile products, including total parenteral nutrition and chemotherapy. Topics include aseptic techniques; facilities, equipment, and supplies utilized in admixture preparation; incompatibility and stability; laminar flow hoods; immunizations and irrigation solutions; and quality assurance. Upon completion, students should be able to describe and demonstrate the steps involved in preparation of intermittent and continuous infusions, total parenteral nutrition, and chemotherapy.

Pre-requisite(s): PHM 110 and PHM 111 .
Course is typically offered in Spring.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Identify sterile products and equipment used to make them.
Demonstrate the use of sterile technique.
Prepare sterile compounds.
Identify guidelines set forth by OSHA in regards to sterility and safety.
Demonstrate the safety protocols used in the sterile environment.
Perform point-of-care testing to assist pharmacist in assessing patient’s clinical status.
Demonstrate administration of immunizations and other injectable medications.