Ascencia Test Prep's first study guide, PTCB Exam Study Guide 2017-2018: Ascencia's Test Prep and Practice Test Questions for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Examination is a comprehensive book offering readers a full review of the subject matter covered on the PTCB exam, test tips and strategies, real-world examples, and worked through practice problems. Ascencia’s PTCB book covers:
Pharmacology
● The Principles of Pharmacology
● An Introduction to Medical Terminology
● Systems Pharmacology
● Pharmacy Abbreviations
Assisting the Pharmacist
● Ambulatory (Community) Pharmacy
● Institutional (Hospital) Pharmacy
● Pharmacy Automation
● Investigational Drug Data
Pharmacy Law & Ethics
● History
● Controlled Drugs
Administration & Management of the Pharmacy
● Medication Errors
● Reference Materials
● Hazardous Materials and Safety in the Workplace
● Inventory
Compounding Pharmaceuticals
● Non-Sterile Compounding
● Sterile Compounding
Pharmacy Math
● Fundamentals of Pharmacy Math
● Fractions and Decimals
● Ratio, Proportions, and Percentage
● Liquid Measures
● Concentrations
● Dilutions
● Admixture Calculations
● Business Math
Ascencia’s PTCB study guide also includes two full PTCB practice tests, ensuring that readers will be prepared come test day.
About Ascencia Test Prep
With healthcare fields such as nursing, pharmacy, emergency care, and physical therapy becoming the fastest and largest growing industries in the United States, individuals looking to enter the healthcare industry or rise in their field need high quality, reliable resources. Ascencia Test Prep's study guides and test preparation materials are developed by credentialed, industry professionals with years of experience in their respective fields. Every Ascencia book includes a comprehensive overview of the content knowledge that will be tested, along with practice questions for each section to enhance understanding. Full practice tests at the end of every book accurately reflect the exam, helping test takers determine if they are thoroughly prepared. Additionally, all Ascencia study materials offer exclusive tips from healthcare professionals to help readers thrive in their field beyond test day. Ascencia recognizes that healthcare professionals nurture bodies and spirits, and save lives. Ascencia Test Prep's mission is to help healthcare workers grow.
