"An infographic titled 'Pharmacy Technician Specializations: What Are Your Options?' It showcases six different pharmacy technician specializations: Compounding Technician - Describes the role of compounding technicians who combine ingredients to create customized oral and externally applied medications. Sterile Products Technician (IV Technician) - Focuses on sterile products technicians who prepare and dispense medications in a sterile environment to prevent contamination. Nuclear Pharmacy Technician - Highlights the responsibilities of nuclear pharmacy technicians who prepare and dispense radioactive drugs used in diagnostic imaging and special therapies. Oncology Pharmacy Technician - Explains how oncology pharmacy technicians work with medications used in the treatment of cancer patients. Medication Therapy Management (MTM) Technician - Details the role of MTM technicians in optimizing medication therapy, improving patient outcomes, and reducing healthcare costs. Long-Term Care Pharmacy Technician - Describes the role of long-term care pharmacy technicians who work with patients in nursing homes and assisted living facilities."
Pharmacy Technician Specializations: What Are Your Options?

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Infographic titled "What Are The Four Knowledge Domains On The PTCE?" with the RxCe logo. It shows four categories with percentages representing the portion of exam questions each domain covers: Medications – 40% of the questions. Includes drug classes, brand names, and generic drug names. Illustrated with pill bottles and capsules. Patient Safety and Quality Assurance – 26% of the questions. Covers abnormal doses, early refills, incorrect quantities, and error prevention techniques. Illustrated with a person reviewing a document. Order Entry and Processing – 21% of the questions. Includes proportions, ratios, alligations, formulas, and conversions. Illustrated with a person working at a lab bench. Federal Requirements – 13% of the questions. Involves regulatory restrictions and laws related to drug handling and disposal. Illustrated with a person presenting data on a board. Each section includes an icon or chart visual and a person in a relevant healthcare setting.
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