
PTCB Pharmacy Calculations Workbook
Master Alligations, Dilutions, IV Flow Rates, Dosages & Conversions with Over 350 Practice Questions with Detailed Explanations
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PTCB Pharmacy Calculations Workbook
Master Alligations, Dilutions, IV Flow Rates, Dosages & Conversions with Over 350 Practice Questions with Detailed Explanations
About this book
PTCB Pharmacy Calculations Workbook: Master Alligations, Dilutions, IV Flow Rates, Dosages & Conversions
Are you preparing for the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board exam and feeling overwhelmed by the math portions? This comprehensive pharmacy calculations guide provides everything you need to confidently tackle even the most challenging PTCB questions.
Unlike other study materials that offer minimal practice opportunities, this workbook delivers an extensive collection of 350+ practice problems covering every calculation type you'll face on exam day. Each problem comes with detailed, step-by-step solutions that explain not just the answer, but the reasoning process behind it.
Inside you'll find:
Clear explanations of essential concepts from basic conversions to complex IV flow rates
Strategic approaches for solving alligation, dilution, and dosage calculation problems
Real-world clinical scenarios that mirror actual pharmacy practice
Progressive difficulty levels that build your skills systematically
Time-saving tips and common error prevention strategies
Full-length practice exams that simulate the actual PTCB testing experience
This workbook goes beyond mere formulas to develop your critical thinking skills. You'll learn to identify which calculation method to apply for each question type, how to verify your answers for accuracy, and techniques to manage your time effectively during the exam.
Designed by pharmacy education experts with years of experience preparing students for certification success, this guide addresses the most challenging aspects of the PTCB exam. The material is presented in straightforward, accessible language with numerous examples that connect abstract concepts to practical application.
Stop dreading pharmacy calculations and start mastering them! With systematic practice using this workbook, you'll transform math anxiety into confidence and significantly improve your chances of PTCB exam success.
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Table of contents
- PTCB Pharmacy Calculations Workbook
- Table of Contents
- Chapter 1: Basic Mathematical Principles
- Chapter 2: Systems of Measurement
- Chapter 3: Concentration Expressions
- Chapter 4: Alligations
- Chapter 5: Dilutions
- Chapter 6: Dosage Calculations
- Chapter 7: IV Flow Rates and Drip Rates
- Chapter 8: Parenteral Nutrition and Critical Care Calculations
- Chapter 9: Compounding Calculations
- Chapter 10: Radiopharmaceutical Calculations
- Chapter 11: PTCB Exam Strategy
- Chapter 12: PTCB-Style Mathematics Practice Questions 1
- Detailed Answer Explanations
- Chapter 13: PTCB-Style Mathematics Practice Questions 2
- Answer Key with Detailed Explanations
- Chapter 14: PTCB-Style Mathematics Practice Questions 3
- Answer Key with Detailed Explanations
- Chapter 15: PTCB-Style Mathematics Practice Questions 4
- Chapter 16: PTCB-Style Mathematics Practice Questions 5
- Dilutions
- IV Flow Rates
- Master Alligation
- Mixed Applications
- Appendix A: Conversion Tables
- Appendix B: Formulas and Equations Reference
- Appendix C: Calculators and Technology
- References