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TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review

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TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review is a high-impact podcast designed for pharmacy technicians preparing for the PTCB exam. Each episode provides concise, targeted reviews of essential exam topics, including drug classifications, pharmacy law, and dosage calculations. Perfect for studying on the go, this podcast helps listeners quickly and efficiently reinforce key concepts. Tune in weekly and visit PharmTechReview.com for free practice tests, flashcards, and more.

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Episodes

  1. Utilization Management

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review utilization management with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. This episode explores how insurance plans and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) influence medication coverage,...

  2. Pharmacy Insurance Basics

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review pharmacy insurance basics with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. This episode breaks down essential insurance terminology, insurance cards, pharmacy billing information, and the...

  3. Common Pharmacy Terminology

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review common pharmacy terminology with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. This fast-paced review serves as a quick reference for essential medical and pharmacy terms, including drug...

  4. Other Systems: Integumentary Conditions

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review common otic conditions with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. The episode begins with ear anatomy and the physiology of hearing and balance before covering common conditions...

  5. Other Systems: Otic Conditions

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review common otic conditions with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. The episode begins with ear anatomy and the physiology of hearing and balance before covering common conditions...

  6. Other Systems: Ophthalmic Conditions

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review the ophthalmic system and common eye conditions that pharmacy technicians should know for the PTCB exam. Listeners will review basic eye anatomy and the process of vision, including the roles of the cornea, lens, retina, rods, cones, and...

  7. Immunologic System: Vaccines

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review vaccines with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore how immunity works, the differences between active and passive immunity, and how vaccines help protect...

  8. Immunologic System: Hepatitis C Virus

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore how HCV affects the liver, the progression and potential complications of chronic...

  9. Immunologic System: Human Immunodeficiency Virus

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the pathophysiology of HIV infection, how the virus affects the immune system, and...

  10. Immunologic System: Antifungals

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review antifungal medications with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the major classes of antifungal drugs, how they work to eliminate or inhibit fungal infections,...

  11. Immunologic System: Antivirals

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review antiviral medications with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore how antiviral drugs work to inhibit viral replication, the major classes of antiviral…

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  12. Immunologic System: Antibiotics

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review antibiotics with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the major classes of antibacterial medications, how antibiotics work to eliminate or inhibit bacterial...

  13. Immunologic System: Immunology Anatomy & Physiology

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review the anatomy and physiology of the immune system with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the body's innate and adaptive immune defenses, the major organs and...

  14. Neurologic System: Depression, Anxiety, & Migraines

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review depression, anxiety, and migraine disorders with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the underlying pathophysiology of these common neurologic and psychiatric...

  15. Neurologic System: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder & Insomnia

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and insomnia with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the underlying pathophysiology of ADHD and sleep…

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  16. Neurologic System: Smoking Cessation & Alzheimer's

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review smoking cessation and Alzheimer's disease with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the health effects of tobacco use, the benefits of smoking cessation, and…

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  17. Neurologic System: Epilepsy

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we examine epilepsy and the role of the nervous system in seizure disorders. Learners will review the basic causes and types of seizures, how epilepsy is diagnosed and managed, and the impact of seizures on patient health and daily living. The…

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  18. Nervous System Anatomy and Physiology

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we explore the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system and its critical role in regulating communication throughout the body. Learners will review the structure and function of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, as well as how nerve...

  19. Respiratory System: Respiratory Devices

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review asthma with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the pathophysiology of airway inflammation and bronchoconstriction, how asthma affects normal respiratory...

  20. Respiratory System: Asthma & COPD

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review asthma with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the pathophysiology of airway inflammation and bronchoconstriction, how asthma affects normal respiratory...

  21. Respiratory System: Anatomy & Physiology & Cough, Cold, & Allergy

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review respiratory anatomy and physiology along with cough, cold, and allergy conditions using a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the structure and function of the...

  22. Genitourinary System: Overactive Bladder & Contraception

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review the genitourinary system with a focus on overactive bladder and contraception. Learners will explore the basic function of the urinary and reproductive systems, common symptoms associated with overactive bladder, and the medications...

  23. Genitourinary System: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia & Erectile Dysfunction

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and erectile dysfunction (ED) with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the underlying pathophysiology of prostate…

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  24. Genitourinary System: Anatomy & Physiology

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review genitourinary anatomy and physiology with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the structure and function of the kidneys, urinary tract, and related systems…

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  25. Gastrointestinal System: Constipation, Diarrhea, Nausea, & Vomiting

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review constipation, diarrhea, and nausea with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore how disruptions in normal gastrointestinal function lead to these common…

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  26. Gastrointestinal System: Anatomy & Physiology & GERD

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review gastrointestinal anatomy and physiology along with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) using a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the structure and function…

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  27. Musculoskeletal System: Osteoporosis & Pain

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review osteoarthritis and pain management with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the pathophysiology of joint degeneration and pain signaling, how chronic pain...

  28. Musculoskeletal System: Anatomy & Physiology and Gout

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system and its role in supporting movement, structure, and protection. Learners will explore the basic functions of bones, muscles, and joints, and how these components work together to...

  29. Endocrine System: Obesity & Thyroid Disorders

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we explore thyroid disorders and obesity as key endocrine conditions relevant to pharmacy practice. Learners will review the role of thyroid hormones in metabolism, the differences between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, and how these conditions...

  30. Endocrine System: Diabetes Mellitus

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we focus on diabetes mellitus, one of the most important endocrine disorders in pharmacy practice. Learners will review the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, the role of insulin, and how blood glucose is regulated in the body. The...

  31. Endocrine System: Anatomy & Physiology

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine system and its importance in regulating many essential body functions. Learners will explore the major endocrine glands, the hormones they produce, and how these chemical messengers help maintain...

  32. Cardiovascular System: Atrial Fibrillation & Venous Thromboembolism

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review atrial fibrillation and venous thromboembolism with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the pathophysiology of abnormal cardiac rhythm and clot formation, how...

  33. Cardiovascular System: Hyperlipidemia

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we examine hyperlipidemia and its role in cardiovascular disease. Pharmacy technician students will review the basics of cholesterol and lipid disorders, common medication classes used in treatment, and key brand and generic names frequently tested…

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  34. Cardiovascular System: Heart Failure & Coronary Artery Disease

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review heart failure and coronary artery disease with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the underlying pathophysiology of heart failure and CAD, how these...

  35. Cardiovascular System: Hypertension

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review hypertension with a focused, exam-relevant approach tailored to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore blood pressure regulation, classification of hypertension, and the pathophysiology behind elevated blood...

  36. Cardiovascular System: Anatomy & Physiology

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we review the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system with a focus on concepts relevant to pharmacy technician practice and the PTCB exam. Learners will explore the structure and function of the heart, blood vessels, and blood flow, and...

  37. Top Specialty Medications

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we introduce specialty medications and their growing role in modern pharmacy practice. Learners will review what defines a specialty medication, common disease states treated with specialty drugs, and how these medications differ from traditional...

  38. Top OTC Medications Part 2

    In this episode of TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review, we continue our review of commonly tested over-the-counter (OTC) medications for the PTCB exam. The episode focuses on key OTC drug classes, common brand and generic names, indications, and important safety considerations pharmacy technicians must...

  39. Top OTC Medications Part 1

    In this episode of TechPrep Rapid PTCB Review, we begin a focused review of the most commonly tested over-the-counter (OTC) medications for the PTCB exam. Pharmacy technician students will learn how to recognize key OTC drug classes, common brand and generic names, primary indications, and...

  40. Top Prescription Medications Pt. 4

    In this episode, we continue our focused review of high-frequency prescription medications every pharmacy technician must recognize for the PTCB exam. This installment builds on prior episodes by reinforcing drug name familiarity, therapeutic classifications, and brand-to-generic connections...

  41. Top Prescription Medications Pt. 3

    In this episode, we continue our high-yield review of the most commonly prescribed medications that pharmacy technicians are expected to recognize on the PTCB exam. You’ll strengthen your understanding of drug names, therapeutic classes, and brand-to-generic relationships, with an emphasis on...

  42. Top Prescription Medications Pt. 2

    In this episode, we continue our review of the most commonly prescribed medications tested on the PTCB exam. You’ll reinforce knowledge of drug names, therapeutic classes, and brand-to-generic equivalents, with a focus on medications pharmacy technicians see every day. This episode is designed to...

  43. Top Prescription Medications Pt. 1

    In this episode, we begin our breakdown of the top prescribed medications that pharmacy technicians must know for the PTCB exam. You’ll review common drug names, classifications, and brand-to-generic conversions, along with tips to help memorize mechanisms of action and therapeutic uses. This...

  44. Pharmacy Compliance

    In this episode, we cover the core principles of pharmacy compliance, an essential topic for every technician preparing for the PTCB exam. You’ll learn how federal and state laws regulate pharmacy operations, including topics like controlled substance management, recordkeeping, and HIPAA privacy...

  45. Types of Drugs

    In this episode, we explore the major drug classifications that every pharmacy technician must know for the PTCB exam and daily practice. Learn the difference between legend drugs, over-the-counter medications, controlled substances, and behind-the-counter products. We’ll also discuss drug...

  46. Inventory Control

    In this episode, we explore the key principles of inventory control in pharmacy operations, an important concept for both the PTCB exam and real-world practice. You’ll learn how pharmacies manage ordering, receiving, storing, and tracking medications to ensure availability while minimizing waste...

  47. Compounding Equipment

    In this episode, we review the essential tools and equipment used in non-sterile and sterile compounding, a key area of the PTCB exam and pharmacy practice. You’ll learn the purpose and proper handling of items such as mortar and pestles, balances, graduated cylinders, and spatulas, along with…

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  48. Non-Sterile Compounding

    In this episode, we take a closer look at non-sterile compounding, a key concept on the PTCB exam and an essential skill for pharmacy technicians. You’ll learn about the types of non-sterile compounds, including ointments, creams, capsules, and suspensions, as well as the USP standards that...

  49. Patient Counseling

    In this episode, we explore the fundamentals of patient counseling, a critical component of pharmacy practice that every technician should understand. Learn when and how counseling is required, what information must be communicated to patients, and how technicians can support pharmacists in...

  50. Medication Errors and Safety

    In this episode, we focus on one of the most critical areas of pharmacy practice and the PTCB exam: medication errors and patient safety. You’ll learn about the different types of medication errors, their common causes, and the strategies used in pharmacies to prevent them. We also discuss key...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

TechPrep: Rapid PTCB Review is a high-impact podcast designed for pharmacy technicians preparing for the PTCB exam. Each episode provides concise, targeted reviews of essential exam topics, including drug classifications, pharmacy law, and dosage calculations. Perfect for studying on the go, this podcast helps listeners quickly and efficiently reinforce key concepts. Tune in weekly and visit PharmTechReview.com for free practice tests, flashcards, and more.

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