PTCB Immunization study plan

Map the full immunization administration workflow step-by-step, from patient arrival through post-vaccination observation

Identify the anatomical landmarks and injection sites for deltoid IM and anterolateral thigh IM administration

List the CDC-recommended needle gauge and length selection criteria by age and body weight

Practice verbalizing the correct sequence for drawing up and administering a single-dose vaccine

Compare IM, subcutaneous, and intranasal administration routes and match each to at least three specific vaccines

Demonstrate proper hand hygiene and aseptic technique steps in a written or verbal run-through

Explain correct sharps disposal procedures and identify what to do after a needlestick injury

Describe how to reconstitute a lyophilized vaccine and label a multi-dose vial correctly

State the refrigerator and freezer temperature ranges required for vaccine storage

Differentiate between a data logger and a min-max thermometer and explain when each is used

Outline the steps to take when a temperature excursion is discovered, including quarantine and reporting

Identify the vaccine classes that must be stored in the freezer versus the refrigerator

Explain the purpose and frequency of the two daily temperature checks and the required documentation

Describe proper vaccine inventory rotation and how to check expiration dates

List the elements required for a complete vaccination record entry

Identify the documentation needed for a Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) and the timing of its distribution

Build a pre-vaccination screening checklist covering contraindications, precautions, allergies, and current illness

Differentiate between a true contraindication and a precaution for at least five vaccine types

Explain how to screen for immunocompromise and why live vaccines require special caution

Describe how to handle a patient who reports an allergy to a vaccine component

Identify the age-based and interval-based rules for common vaccine schedules

Explain the purpose of the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) and when reporting is required

Describe how to obtain and document informed consent and answer common patient questions about vaccine safety

Outline the pharmacy technician's scope of practice and when to refer to the pharmacist

List the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis and the steps for emergency response

State the correct epinephrine dose, route, and site for an adult and a child during an anaphylactic reaction

Describe the contents and proper use of an emergency kit and how often it should be checked

Explain the reporting chain for an adverse event, including internal documentation and VAERS submission

Complete a timed 50-question practice set across all four domains and score at least 80%

Review every missed question and write a corrected explanation for each

Re-state the three highest-risk concepts from storage and emergency response without notes

Finalize a one-page quick-reference sheet for test-day review