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Ranging from eyebaths and compression stockings to electronic cigarettes, the variety of medical aids available is huge. Every day, expert advice on these is needed at the pharmacy. The authors have summarised these aids in a practically oriented way. They provide background information, specifics about the materials, application descriptions, practical tips and product examples. Colourful illustrations show how they are used on or by the patient. Fully updated, the new edition of the book contains not only conventional medical devices but also those asked for at a contemporary community pharmacy. This 11th edition, which has been completely revised, contains: - definitions enabling rapid familiarisation with the topic, - tables that provide an overview, - illustrations and advice tips to help with practical use, - mnemonics and practice questions which help reinforce the knowledge Bonus: QR codes take the user to additional digital material! The ideal companion in training and on the job!
Scenes from the life of a pharmaceutical technician in her everyday life in a shared flat and the pharmacy are the gimmicks (and cliffhangers) in this book on pharmaceutical technician training. These develop into their connections to everyday life in a pharmacy and to the pharmaceutical knowledge that is conveyed at pharmaceutical technician school classes. The work combines different media forms and learning types as “Connecticum”. Podcasts, videos, and worksheets that can be accessed via QR code, as well as references to literature and information sources, supplement the content and make learning more varied and interesting. This innovative workbook for pharmaceutical technician training – each school year is accompanied by its own volume - is the ideal partner for subject-oriented and interdisciplinary teaching. It is also suitable for practically-oriented, independent work and a review of the entire training content – with a guaranteed fun factor!
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Chemistry is all about smells and bangs – but what if you’ve lost sight of what is actually going on? This textbook keeps PTA students on course: it refreshes the basics, consolidates chemical knowledge and leads to independent working. The 10th edition is presented in a completely new design and with an even clearer layout. With reference to the pharmaceutical arena, chemistry is shown to be the basis of drug substances. Practical examples, call-outs and summaries break up the text and make it easier to work with the subject matter. This book will awaken the interest of pharmaceutical technicians in drug substances – the best precondition for mastering everyday chemistry at school and at work.
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Chemistry is all about smells and explosions – but real understanding often gets left behind. This textbook keeps you on track by reviewing the fundamentals, strengthening chemical understanding and guiding students towards independent learning. Thanks to the pharmaceutical context, chemistry is understood as the foundation of medicinal substances. Practical examples, mnemonics and summaries enhance the structure and make the content easier to digest. The book sparks pharmaceutical technicians’ interest in medicinal substances – an ideal foundation for mastering everyday chemistry in both study and practice. Target group: Pharmaceutical technicians in training and on the job, teachers at pharmaceutical technician schools, students of pharmacy
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Maths is not everyone’s cup of tea. This may change from now on! This textbook explains the most important types of arithmetic quite simply. One learns ■ what basic arithmetic methods there are, ■ why stoichiometry is important, and ■ how to perform complex calculations for the medicinal formula. The price determination of medicinal products is also included. Videos demonstrate and explain the calculation steps exactly and comprehensibly via QR code, so that nothing can go wrong. A collection of formulas provides the pharmacy-specific calculation methods that can be quickly looked up. You can deepen your knowledge with the help of exercises. The solutions are available via QR code.
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This completely redesigned book provides concise knowledge about the main topics of over-the-counter sales. It provides the most important facts about: - Areas of the law relevant to pharmacies and regulations on hazardous materials, - The most important issues concerning self-medication and correct use of dosage forms, - Medical devices such as bandages and dressings, blood pressure meters and incontinence products, - Specific subjects such as interactions and the misuse of drugs. Text boxes, revised to improve learning, highlight important information; diagrams and pictures illustrate the facts, and QR codes allow access to additional online material. This standard work can be used as a textbook in class, to prepare for the final examination and as a reference work in everyday professional life. The book also brings together all that is important for returnees.
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The pharmaceutical technician students have almost made it: the first part of their training has been successfully completed, many exams have been passed and they are starting their six month internship in a wonderful pharmacy. Now they find themselves at the next milestone on the road to becoming a fully-fledged pharmaceutical technician: the internship logbook! The contents are laid down by the regulations governing the training and examination of pharmaceutical technicians. It is required before admission to the 2nd part of the examination and forms an important basis for the oral examination in the subject Pharmacy practice. This logbook gives pharmaceutical technician interns the decisive incentive to keep their own individual records. It contains tips on how to achieve a logical, accurate, wellstructured and visually perfect presentation of the contents. The second part of the book shows complete sample calculations for examples of individual and bulk formulations, tests on starting materials and selected topics of practical training in a pharmacy!
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Pharmaceutical technician students have nearly made it: The first phase of training has been completed, numerous exams have been successfully passed and they are now beginning their six-month internship at their chosen pharmacy. The next milestone on the path to becoming a qualified pharma- ceutical technician: the internship diary! The content is determined by the training and examination regulations for pharmaceutical technicians. It is a prerequisite for admis- sion to the second part of the examination and serves as a vital foundation for the oral exam in pharmacy practice. This book provides the crucial inspiration for their own, individual pharmaceutical technician diary. It gives tips on how to generate coherent, error-free and well-structured contents and present them in an optically perfect manner. An addi- tional support and source of inspiration come from complete sample reports on specimen formulations and bulk prepara- tions, on testing starting materials and on selected pharma- cy topics. New in the 2nd edition: With the implementation of the Pharmaceutical Technician Reform Act in January 2023, changes have been introduced to pharmaceutical technician training. Part one of the book outlines the new legal regula- tions, including the updated guidelines from the Federal Chamber of Pharmacists on pharmaceutical technician practical training. It also provides detailed information on the training contract and plan. Target group: Pharmaceutical technician interns/students, pharmacy managers, pharmaceutical technician schools
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We all have been there: you understand everything in the textbook, but then face a total blackout during the exam. But that’s over now! In more than 600 exam-proven crossword, syllable or picture puzzles, word search games, gap texts or riddles on inorganic and organic chemistry, the authors bundle what you have learned in order to apply it to new problems. And they do so in a highly entertaining way: variety is guaranteed due to the diversity of tasks! The section „Well connected, safely remembered“ helps to link knowledge. „Now it is getting tricky“ encourages you to deal with the subject matter even more intensively, and „Playfully repeated“ offers tips and suggestions for learning in a group. With this workbook, you can check your knowledge, consolidate the contents, and find the gaps in your knowledge well before the exam. This way you‘ll be one hundred percent fit when it counts. The workbook is suitable for accompanying consolidation of the contents of the authors‘ textbook „Chemistry for Pharmaceutical Technicians“, but is also ideally suited for independent study. Includes solutions to download
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In the pharmacy, the staff communicate with customers, colleagues, the medical profession, sales representatives and nursing home staff. Pharmacy employees produce written information based on well-chosen sources and represent the pharmacy to the outside world through presentations, on social media, or with the help of flyers, posters and other promotional materials. All this presupposes the confident use of language, and is best trained in advance. Part A of this work provides assistance for the most diverse communicative requirements in the pharmacy. A short theoretical explanation is always followed by several tasks so that you can immediately put what you have learned into practice and try it out. The „Brief overview of grammar and language knowledge“ boxes point out linguistic stumbling blocks. Those who are not yet sure of the technical terms can make themselves fit in Part B. Here one learns how to conduct a good counselling interview according to the BAC guideline. Extensive lists of technical terms and their explanations suitable for everyday use – all arranged according to organ systems – contain the most important vocabulary for everyday pharmacy work. A totally practical German lesson!
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Dealing with medicinal plants and knowledge of their constituents and therapeutic effects is an ancient pharmaceutical skill. The associated treasure chest of knowledge is as deep and colourful as the world of plants itself. Just as varied and stimulating is the Botany and Pharmacognosy Workbook, in which the diverse and stimulating tasks are a real joy! The mission and passion of the authors is to impart, deepen and link knowledge in a fun way, with pharmacy practice always in mind. The workbook is intended as a supplement to the textbook Botany and Pharmacognosy for Pharmaceutical Technicians. However, it can also be used independently and guarantees fun for all prospective and active pharmaceutical technicians, returnees and pharmacy interns when learning and revising. For pharmaceutical technician schools and pharmacists, it offers valuable stimulation and support in education and training.
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Advising patients, dispensing, preparing and checking drugs – that is the essence of pharmacy practice and – at the same time – a broad field. This workbook enables knowledge about legal and regulatory requirements concerning the dispensing of drugs, the use of particular dosage forms, specific risks of drugs as well as the handling of medical devices or hazardous substances to be deepened – and in an amusing and entertaining way, thanks to a varied range of exercises! It is the ideal complement to the textbook Pharmacy Practice of the Deutschen Apotheker Verlag and the perfect preparation for the final examination. But quite apart from that, it guarantees fun for all prospective and active pharmaceutical technicians, returnees and pharmacy interns when learning and revising. It provides valuable ideas and support for pharmaceutical technician schools and pharmacies with teaching and training.
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Tablets, capsules and suppositories – ointments, creams and gels – solutions, emulsions and suspensions – extracts, tinctures and distillates – inhalants and aerosols – the variety of solid, semisolid, liquid and gaseous medications is enormous, and ingenious new solutions for the optimisation of drug delivery are developed every day. For over 50 years, Voigt has set standards in pharmaceutical technology, both in the classroom and at the workplace. For the new edition, all contents have been thoroughly updated, the illustrations modernised and supplemented with many graphics and photos from industrial practice. Devices, methods and pharmacopoeia boxes are thus up to date. Take advantage of the authors’ compiled expertise on both fundamentals and the latest developments in the field.
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Expertise alone does not guarantee a successful consulta- tion – what matters is how it is conveyed to the customer. Here the tools for successful communication in everyday pharmacy practice can be found: clear technical and legal principles, practical tips and a wealth of realistic exercises. The training covers the safe use of digital media, conducting consultations on a wide range of indications and essential communication skills – from active listening to targeted conversation techniques. Whether self-medication, prescription delivery or medical devices: this textbook provides optimal preparation for delivering competent, clear and customer-oriented advice in everyday pharmacy practice. It is also the ideal companion for pharmaceutical technician training in the subject „Exercises in Delivery and Consultation using Digital Technologies.“ Practical, comprehensive and directly applicable – for training, exams and professional practice! Target group: Pharmaceutical technicians in training, returning pharmaceutical technicians and pharmacists, pharmacy interns
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From pills and capsules to patches, drops and creams – the world of pharmaceutical forms is highly diverse. This variety poses new challenges for pharmaceutical professionals every day. Whether transdermal patches, sustained-release pills, oral inhalers or suppositories – safe and effective treatment can only be ensured through correct use. This standard reference offers in-depth knowledge, practical advice and numerous tips for the correct handling of dosage forms. It combines background knowledge with practical tips. The author discusses common application errors and also examines the physiological characteristics of special groups such as geriatric and paediatric patients. New in this edition: content on Connected Drug Delivery Devices. The book also includes: • Numerous product images, • Overview tables of commonly used finished medicinal products by form, • Application videos for dosage forms requiring detailed explanation. This indispensable reference work for pharmacies, clinics and teaching is essential when the package insert falls short. Expert advice ensures safe use. Target group: Pharmacicsts, pharmaceutical technicians, students of pharmacy, pharmacy interns
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Make it simple! The pharmacy can do more than just provide medicines. In this book, two smart authors show what ideas are out there for pharmacy services and how they can be offered. This involves much more than just the pharmaceutical services that are paid for. Digitalisation makes many things possible. Optimised operational processes, broad knowledge and skills become further services that offer good opportunities for the on-site pharmacy. Here you can read about • what contemporary services are available, how they can be introduced, and what they should cost, • why telemedicine and appointment booking software can be helpful strategies, and • how pharmacies can effectively counter the mail-order trade. From the content: pharmaceutical counselling in and outside the pharmacy on health topics, prevention and medicinal products, services for specific target groups, distributing and blistering, vaccination, determination of physiological values and much more.
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After pharmacy studies have ended, the fascinating world of the pharmacy awaits – simultaneously varied and challenging. This is no problem with this well-established standard work to hand! The 7th edition, with a new editor and new structure, goes through the various stages of pharmacy operation. Beginning with the social mandate to supply medicines and then considering the organisational and economic orientation of a pharmacy, one delves ever deeper into its inner workings. In every area, the appropriate specific information can be found about pharmaceutical law and practice – whether this concerns the back office, over-the-counter medicines, dispensary and dispensing, or the supply of care homes, or preparation of cytotoxic drugs. In addition to the important topic “Dispensing of drugs and medical devices on prescription”, particular attention is paid to the principal activity in the pharmacy – giving advice on self-medication. The contents are based on the regulations for registration of pharmacists and the guidelines of the Federal Chamber of Pharmacists for the practical training of pharmacy interns in the pharmacy. The Practice of Pharmacy safely navigates the user through the practical training year and is the ideal preparation for the 3rd State Examination! Returnees, pharmacies that provide training and pharmacists of many years’ experience, will also benefit from this textbook and reference work.
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Taking five or more medications – this is part of the daily routine of many, especially elderly people. But polymedication increases the risk of drug-related problems. This is where the pharmaceutical service „Extended medication counselling for polymedication“ comes in. This comprehensive guide shows how to establish and implement such knowledge in the pharmacy: ■ Part A explains the legal and contractual basis of the service. In addition, the publication highlights the risks of polymedication, drug-related problems and goals, and the benefits of the service for the stakeholders involved in the pharmacy, the doctor‘s practice, and for the patients themselves. ■ Part B is dedicated to the organisation in the pharmacy: team preparation, quality management, required documents, consulting and workplaces, and staff qualification. Aspects such as time management, patient recruitment and public liability are also considered. ■ Part C describes the individual process steps flanked by aids such as work tables, checklists, sample texts (for download at www.Online-PlusBase.de) and a comparison table for supporting AMTS software tools, including screenshots. ■ Part D offers case studies, including the initiation of extended medication counselling, the pharmaceutical AMTS review (software-supported), solution paths and communication (including formulation examples) with the various stakeholders involved. A medication analysis promotes drug therapy safety, strengthens customer loyalty and creates new opportunities for interdisciplinary cooperation with the medical profession – good reasons for starting immediately!
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Guide for pharmacy interns First-hand knowledge makes preparation for the 3rd State Examination easier. Each chapter ends with tips for pharmacy interns and – if appropriate – links to the worksheets of the BAK (Federal Chamber of Pharmacists) guidelines for practical training. Requirement for continuing professional development In-depth content supports those undertaking CPD in the area of general pharmacy. Each chapter contains additional proposals, such as participation in suitable seminars organised by the Chambers of Pharmacists, topics for the practical tasks or the project work. All-round talent for routine pharmacy practice Case examples link theoretical knowledge with actual patient counselling situations. Tips for practice, drug profiles and various boxes promote rapid and easy reference. New: The 2nd edition expands the proven, practical concept by chapters such as vaccination, hyperlipidaemia or dealing with adverse drug reactions.
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Parents often feel uncertain about their children‘s health. Is the symptom clinically significant or is it completely harmless? Is everything progressing as expected or could there be a developmental disorder? Parents seek guidance not only from paediatricians but also from pharmacists. Here, you can gain insights directly from the author, an experienced paediatrician. He provides valuable insights into common childhood illnesses, developmental disorders and modern therapeutic options. The topics cover everything from nutrition and infant care to the most relevant infections, emergencies and vaccinations in children and adolescents. Here, the balance between conventional medicine and naturopathy is increasingly being explored as a valuable complement. An indispensable guide for pharmacy professionals seeking to support parents and their children with care and sensitivity. Target group: Pharmacists, pharmaceutical technicians, pharmacy interns, returnees, pharmaceutical technicians in training
