Book Description
Part of the Prentice Hall Pharmacy Technician Series, Certification Exam Review is a comprehensive exam preparation guide for PTCB national certification.
It covers exam information, study techniques, specific information needed for the exam, and it will also include multiple practice exams for preparation.
Pharmacy Technician students and professionals.
Customer Reviews:
Helpful, but with errors........2007-09-23
This book offered many helpful pointers to a technician who hasn't done hospital work and needs some refreshing on mathematical procedures. But if you're turning to this book for Chapter 7's Top 200 Drugs, be prepared to learn incorrect information. There were strengths that weren't listed, incorrect strengths listed, and the use of the drugs was vague to questionable. The practice tests also differ from the actual certification test. I spent hours stressing and trying to memorize facts and dates that the actual test never even touched on. Some was helpful, but some was not quite right.
NOT the best out there!.......2007-09-08
As a pharmacy-tech instructor, I've used this series and am not impressed--neither were most of my students. A new book (PTCE prep book) by Mosby is available and is excellent. Good luck to all taking the new computerized PTCE!
PTCB Exam Review.......2007-06-14
I train pharmacy technicians, and this is the best, most concise review book I have seen. Almost everything on the test is covered here.
This book is not the best........2007-02-12
I bought this book and struggled through it to review for my certication exam, and I did alright, but I noticed a few instances where either through typographical or proofreading errors the book presented incorrect answers to its sample problems. I also felt that this book's section on calculation review was written to sell the calculations manual available from the same series. If you haven't done serious calculation work for some time, this is not the review for you. I use calculutions frequently as I work, and even so, these authors managed to make me question my ability. There are probably better review books available, but I was too cheap to buy another after spending $35 on this one.
An excellent overview.......2006-05-28
There is a very good reason this series is endorsed by the NPTA. Of the six or so books that I used to study for the exam, this was the most helpful by far. It reviews every topic on the exam, and is a great starting place to see what you need more work on. This is the book that got me a passing score on the exam, and I don't really think I can give it higher praise than that.
Book Description
More questions and answers than any review of surgical technology on the market! With over 1,500 questions modeled after those of the national certification exam and detailed answers, this book provides an outstanding review of all major areas of surgical technology, including the newest content added to the exam. A 250 question practice test is also included.
Customer Reviews:
surgical technology exam study guide.......2007-10-08
This book was very helpful in reviewing for the examination, however you need to know the material inside and out since the questions in this book are merely generalized.
Book Description
The First Responder Handbook: Fire Service Edition is an information-packed guide providing first responder education for fire service professionals. Written by emergency response experts and specifically designed for firefighters, this text presents information in a way that will feel familiar to anyone in the fire service. It covers safety for first responders, patient care principles, emergency response tactics, and even first responder actions for incidents involving terrorism. This street-smart book fulfills the U. S. Department of Transportation's requirements for first responder certification while offering firefighters valuable emergency medical training.
Book Description
Ideal for review courses and for individual study, this book is a must-have tool for anyone preparing to take the Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination. Concise reviews of the critical topics outlined by the Pharmacy Certification Training Board, along with review tests at the end of each chapter, assess your current knowledge and identify areas that need further study. In addition to end-of-chapter practice questions, two cumulative tests at the end of the book provide practice for taking the full-length exam. If additional math practice is what you need, you'll find 14 chapters that focus specifically on math and include additional math questions. This new edition includes greatly expanded information on pharmacology, pharmaceutical agents, the effect of drugs on specific body systems and conditions, and drug interactions.
Customer Reviews:
In-Depth Study Guide.......2007-10-09
This is a great study guide for the PTCE if you are looking to brush up on everything for the exam. It goes into depth as far as a pharmacy technician would want to know. The practice tests are a great way to let yourself focus on the parts of the exam that you are not as well prepared for. There are some mistakes throughout some of the question and answer sections, but it is pretty easy to figure out the right answers. I used this in conjunction with the Prentice Hall Question and Answer study guide and did a great job on the PTCE.
Errors.......2007-08-30
Personally, I don't trust books with errors in them, whether they be grammatical or technical or any other sort. That's why that upon finding that this book failed to spell PTCB correctly on the first page of the introduction, I returned the book immediately. For a book from the same publishing company that produced the Comprehensive Exam Review for the Pharmacy Technician, I'm sufficiently surprised. I would highly recommend only two books to study for the PharmTech Exam: The Comprehensive Exam Review for the Pharmacy Technician written by Jahangir Moini and a supplemental calculation book.
One of the best to prepare for the national PT exam.......2007-05-30
I am a former science teacher and found this book was the best out of 3 that I bought to prepare for the exam. I took the exam this month and feel confident that I passed. The book breaks up the material into concise chapters with chapter tests. The best are the chapters on drugs that really helped me remember the drug names, mechanisms of action and precautions.
Genius!.......2007-04-16
I was so angry with this book that I actually wrote down the errors as I read it so that I could share it with you. I wont hammer you with all of them, just the ones I'm currently reading, from pg 111-123, a mere 12 pages, a fraction of the book's length.
pg 111 - 125mg/ml stated in question, changed to 125mg/2ml in the solution on pg 112.
pg 115 question #2 - 200mg/ml, changed to 250mg/ml in solution on pg 519.
pg 115 question #9 - 250mg/5ml, changed to 125mg/ml in solution on pg 520.
pg 118 "PCTB", should be "PTCB" (come on editor, it was in caps and it's the subject of your book)
pg 119 "adult dose of a drug is 2m/kg", should be 2mg/kg
pg 123 question #9 - the solution is suppose to use clark's rule: (wgt of child/150pd * adult dose), not young's rule: (age of child/(age + 12) * adult dose), instead they use a combo of both: 25lb/(25lb +150lb) * dose. Wrong!
At first I was very angry with the errors in this book, but I went through a 12 step program: anger, denial, blame, resentment, ... and finally acceptance. And in the end, I love this book! It's sheer genius! The author and editor piss you off so much you double check all their work, writing down all their errors, rewriting it online to share with you, and commiting it all to long term memory!
It's all I can do to refrain from giving this book 5 stars. I only gave it 3 for that rare reader who doesn't have the time to edit the book like I did.
I passed the exam, but..........2007-01-04
The book does a good job of covering the basics, but it is full of mathematical errors, circuitous mathematical logic (they make the math much harder than it needs to be), and misinformation on physics (e.g. it says that a meniscus is an optical allusion, when in fact it is a real physical phenomenon caused by the surface tension of the liquid).
On the plus side, it does a good job covering pharmacy law, pharmacy operations, calculating dosages, and drugs. While you could study the drug information (e.g. drug classes, physical effects, interactions, etc.) for weeks, the exam does not delve into it very much (at least mine did not).
Book Description
Written by vet techs for vet techs, this comprehensive review tool offers coverage of basic science, clinical science, diagnostics, applications, and professional areas. It concisely presents a review of the curriculum, starting at the basics learned first and progressing to the advanced concepts learned at the end. A true review format, this book features tools such as chapter outlines, learning outcomes, a glossary, and multiple-choice questions to aid readers' comprehension of material.
Customer Reviews:
VERY helpful for organizing WHAT you need to know........2007-08-29
I hadnt revisited all of the info taught to me in college since 99. After using this book along with review questions and answers book from the same author, its all coming back to me in an organized manner finally sinking in solidly. This is like all of your education in notes better organized and accessible. A MUST for passing the RVT! Use with other product for best results!
One of the Best Books for Techs.......2006-04-04
I have read and used many textbooks as a technician and this has to be one of the most helpful. The chapter breakdowns allow you to find information very easily and quickly. It's also great for those times when you need to remember something that you just can't figure out. The quizzes in the book relate more to the NVTE than most books.
Great review for the VTNE!.......2006-03-04
I am taking a class that reviews the items that are on the Veterinary Technician National and State Examinations and this is the textbook we use for the class. It has everything you will need to pass the exams to become certified and/or registered!
A great book to have .......2006-02-26
This book is wonderful for indepth information on certain procedures. However when I first bought this book I was a little intimidated becasue of how " technical " it was. Since I was just starting out in the field. But now I love it! Alot of very useful information. I also think this is a book you need in order to become a CVT.
A reader from WI.......1999-12-04
This is the best review book out there for the veterinary technician. If it is either for studying for boards or just to review, this book will make the process less stressful.
Book Description
Part of the Prentice Hall Pharmacy Technician Series, Pharmacy Calculations is a comprehensive resource covering calculations and mathematical operations required in the practice of pharmacy.
It covers mathematical concepts, formulas, conversions, calculations and problem-solving techniques.
Pharmacy Technician students and professionals.
Customer Reviews:
Great Book - For the strong or struggling math student.......2007-05-17
This is a great book. I love math, but there were some things I had forgotten from my chemistry and math days. This book starts with the basics and slowly works your way up to the really complex stuff and helps you review those basics that you don't do every day, but will need to pass the exam. Great book - you won't have to worry about struggling on any of the math on the pharmacy tech exam with this book. A++++
Easy to understand!.......2007-01-19
Although there are a few mistakes in this book, I found it very easy to understand and important in order to be a pharmacy tech and understanding pharmacy math. We used it in our college class, and of all the books I have, I found myself referring to this one the most. Being a college book, it is written and explained for normal people. You don't have to be a genius to learn from this book. I have ordered all of the books in this series for my personal use because of this book, especially to prepare for the exam and they are all easy to understand.
Look somewhere else.......2007-01-13
As a pharmacy technician myself with over 26 years experience, I found this text to be mediocore at best. There are many mistakes and wrong answers in this book, leading me to believe that I can't trust ANY answers in it. As an instructor of pharmacy technicians I once used this as a text book, but even my students were finding errors and pointing them out to me, so I found it necessary to stop using this book. I don't recommend it to anyone.
Book Description
An excellent study guide for veterinary technician students, this book is an ideal review for final examinations, state certification examinations, and the Veterinary Technician National Examination. The sections in the text mirror the sections on the national exam, with over 2,800 multiple-choice questions - written by expert veterinary technician educators - that contain the most current information available on various subject areas. A companion CD-ROM features 2,400 additional questions in tutorial mode, categorized by subject matter, with immediate feedback and rationales for correct answers. Test mode on the CD-ROM allows the user to take three randomized 200-question tests a maximum of three times each, which provides feedback on scores in each of the subject areas and points out areas requiring further study.
Customer Reviews:
FINALLY a great book/program to help me pass the RVT!!.......2007-08-29
Having graduated at the top of my class and as RVT club president, I was NOT ready to fail the California RVT exam. Alas I did. So then I hit the books...all of them I used in college. Still, failed by only a few, I repeated this process until I tried and failed a total of 4 times. That started in 1999 when I graduated college. For those of you unfamiliar, the CALIFORNIA RVT exam is well known for having a high failure rate, and for being archaic and out of date. You can be a very competent technician and still fail this exam. Its frustrating! My studying for this exam was scattered, and since you dont know what you get wrong or right on the test, I had no idea WHERE my weakness are/were i.e. Pharmacology, Anesthesiology, Physiology etc. WELL NO MORE! I cant tell you how this has helped me identify weaknesses and strengths! I am now studying without worry of passing as this book is exactly what every tech needs to study and pass! Great info, well written, I am learning and relearning better than the first time around in college. WORTH EVERY PENNY!! I bought the review book and read that then make a game of the CD Rom like trivia. NO STRESS or work or worry. Wish I would have had these back in 99!
Good Reference Book.......2007-07-09
I think that this book was an excellent study guide for the veterinary techology state and national exams, the tests are extremely hard.
Very helpfull for the National Exam.......2005-07-10
This book helped a lot when I was studying for the Vet Tech national boards. There were some repeat questions but that wasn't a problem. The questions got you thinking and some of the questions in the book were on the board test.
A Wonderful Study Tool for Vet Techs AND Instructors!.......2005-05-09
I used the second edition book back when I took (and aced) the VTNE for my Oregon certification. Let me also state that I "grandfathered in" as a Certified Veterinary Technician, meaning that what I knew, I'd picked up along the many years working in the field, as opposed to a formal academic environment. Years later, I used the 3rd edition for the California State Board Exam. The tests are similar enough that I passed the latter with flying colors (after all, the science is the same, regardless of geography!) I owe much of the success in both cases to the Colville guide.
I am now an instructor for the Vet Tech program at a local college, and recommend this book as an adjunct for studying--the CD-ROM is really helpful. It offers immediate feedback with the correct answers, which is much like using flash cards, only neater.
Whether you're a student studying for your first Board Exam, or a veteran of the field in need of a refresher course, this book does not disappoint.
Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians.......2001-06-16
I used this text to study for my national boards two years ago and recommend to all of the students I encounter. It's a great way to test yourself before you take the exam. I purchased it about 6 weeks prior to. Each section gives you multiple choice questions about the knowledge you have already obtained. You can then grade yourself on the sections and see what weak areas you may need to "touch up on" before you test. It's well worth the money. I passed the exam, and felt it prepared me.
Book Description
This new edition meets the requirements of the revised Core Curriculum for Surgical Technologists, 5th edition. It is written by surgical technologists for surgical technologists. The content focuses on the concepts and skill development (cognitive and procedural) required of surgical technologists in the operative environment. The text uses the A POSitive CARE approach to surgical problem solving that concentrates on the ability of the surgical technologist to predict the patient's and surgeon's needs through the intraoperative period. The goal is for the surgical technologist to apply this model in daily practice for maximum efficiency and effectiveness during the surgical procedure. The surgical procedures included in the text were selected for their instructive value and because the skills demonstrated can be applied to many other procedures.
Customer Reviews:
Limited choices.......2007-01-23
Let's face it, there aren't too many textbooks written specifically for surgical technologists. So this is the basic text and it's ok. There's a ton of material and sometimes it's hard to judge which information is the most pertinent and important (you can't memorize the whole thing; you have to be able to find the high points). This was the only text used during the first semester of my program.
For the second semester, the instructor also required Alexander's Care of the Patient in Surgery. She stated that the surg tech book was still the primary resource, but she thought that Alexander's gave better descriptions of the surgical procedures with the understanding that Alexander's is written for nurses.
So this textbook probably is the standard for surgical technology programs, partly because no one else has written another one.
A great start for the AST........2005-05-28
As a student myself, I found that this book is highly readable, but oftentimes, the text and layout feels cramped as though the editors were attempting to place every single chart, picture, graph, and piece of text on as much square area for each page.
Otherwise, it's been a valuable tool in helping me prepare for the field of Surgical Technology.
I find that the workbook, which was required for my specific program, was often wholely unrelated to the material in the book, which is quite frustrating.
Would this book be sufficient for anyone to learn the profession? Probably not by itself, but it's definitely a beginning.
Great educational book.......2004-05-06
I actually work in Central Sterile Processing. I found this book very useful with the information of surgical procedures, anotomy charts , surgical instruments. Plus it is very clear on its format, easy to understand and follow. This book will answer many questions that students going for surgical technology need or simple just like me, a person who works with surgical instruments on the daily basis.
Don't spend the money.......2003-11-29
This text is horable, there is info that is wrong. I am ST student . I would buy Alexdars it's the best book around.
great.......2003-05-09
I bought this book based on comments from other buyers and the book is great. In fact my teacher also purchased this book and it's so much better than our school text book. I like how in depth this book goes and the variety of surgical procedures it has.
Book Description
This resource provides essential information on the core clinical skills and procedures dental assistants need to know. Concise and user friendly, it presents a learning system appropriate for formal education settings, lab-based programs, on-the-job training and refresher courses. Outstanding illustrations make this text ideal for the visually oriented learner.
Customer Reviews:
Met all expectations!.......2005-11-14
My wife is a Dental Assistant that took a few years off to stay at home with our daughter. She purchased this book as a re-fresher as she returns back into the dental field. Detailed and to the point. Very pleased with the purchase.
Book Description
Now in full-color! Written by veterinarians, including many board-certified specialists, and veterinary technicians, this comprehensive textbook is divided into six major sections covering nearly all the major content areas in the veterinary technology curriculum. The text contains helpful learning features, including introductions, boxed technician tips, and suggested readings - all written at a level appropriate for technicians.
Customer Reviews:
Rarely used!.......2007-09-22
Not very usefull, rarely used it.
Wouldn't be much different if I never bought it, did not learn much from it.
Unnecessarily Wordy - Not For Use as a Practical Guide.......2007-02-25
I recently started working in a veterinarian office to get clinical hours for my veterinary school application. I bought this book based on the Amazon reviews so that I could study and look a bit less clueless around the hospital :) The first chapter I read was on animal restraint, and it was very frustrating. I feel like the text was bloated to make some sort of length requirement because the chapter's sections go on and on with very little meat to it. (Do we really need it spelled out several times in excruciating detail why it's bad if an animal escapes or bites someone?) You'll get almost the same value from just reading the one sentence highlighted summaries sprinkled through the text as you do from reading the whole thing. Based off the many more positive reviews here, I guess the book may be more appropriate as a textbook, and less so for a practical guide for learning procedures you'll be expected to perform in a clinical setting.
Title.......2006-11-04
This book was required by my school but i love it, great information and wonderful pictures!
very basic.......2006-07-03
this book is very basic, if you have more than a year's work at a clinic you might be bored. A good beginner book for Vet Techs who dont have any in clinic experience.
Well worth the money.......2006-05-26
Consider this as the book that complete's Mosby's review. It follows the exact same contents but instead of being written in outline form (which condenses and leaves out alot of information), this book is written with full sentences and paragraphs. It reads well, filling in all the gaps in Mosby's without getting too over the head. The pictures are worth a million for all those things that were difficult to visualize. I highly recommend this book, even over Mosby's to study for the VTNE! You'll not only use it to study for the exam, but to keep it as reference in the future.
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