This book helps pharmacy technician candidates to structure their study for the National Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination. Its abundance of review questions assists and reinforces readers' knowledge of products, calculations, conversions, and terminology in studying for and successfully completing each section of the certification examination. A CD-ROM now accompanies the book, providing readers with an interactive electronic supplement to use in conjunction with the book. User-friendly format prepares readers for the national examination by providing a text organization that is comprehensive, easily read and aligned with the format of the NPTCE. Book includes three sections covering: Assisting the Pharmacist in Serving Patients; Medication Distribution and Inventory Control Systems; Operations. A valuable review guide for on-the-job training programs or in formalized pharmacy technician training programs. Also useful as a self-testing instrument for medical assistants, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and licensed practical nurses.