LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this program, the participant should be able to:

• Discuss why it is important to have a good understanding of accuracy principles in today’s healthcare environment.
• Explain statistical elements necessary for the evaluation of accuracy statements as they relate to parenteral nutrient compounding and equipment.
• Identify important criteria used to determine accuracy when compounding parenteral nutrient formulations.
• Explain the role of the pharmacist in utilizing clinical assessment, professional standards, sterile compounding guidelines, and knowledge of basic compounding skills in the preparation of parenteral nutrient formulations.
• Discuss important criteria such as micronutrient compatibility and stability, environmental controls, equipment and process verification, proper labeling, and clinical monitoring needed for the development of safe compounding processes.
• Describe specific clinical examples of the different compounding methods that use accuracy principles in the preparation of parenteral nutrient formulations.