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Red Deer Polytechnic Library recognizes that our catalogue and resource descriptions contain language that reflects the biases, norms, and perspectives of the time in which they were created. In particular, for resources about persons and groups, this language is often outdated and harmful. These descriptions also incorporate controlled vocabularies, such as the Library of Congress Subject Headings, which include some headings (e.g., Indians of North America), that are offensive or inappropriate. We use international standards for description, but support and actively participate in efforts to update and change these practices as we strive for descriptions that are inclusive, respectful, and do not cause harm. We acknowledge the critical importance of community consultation in these efforts, and as residents on Treaty 7 and Treaty 6 territories and Métis Region 3 we commit to working together with our local communities to make these changes.
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Red Deer Polytechnic Library is excited to announce that, on May 1, 2025, there will be a new way for students, faculty, and staff to search for and find library resources.
Key Pharmacy Technician Resources
Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians, 4th EditionCall Number: RS 122.95 M896 2025 - Reserve Desk - 2 hour loan"Understand the principles of pharmacology and apply them to the daily activities and challenges seen in the practice setting. Full-color photos and illustrations make it easier to master concepts."
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e-Therapeutics+ Complete, including eCPS. Offers comparative and evaluative information on treatment options for common medical conditions, easy-to-use decision algorithms, and tables of drug choices. Formerly known as RxTx.
- Lexidrug This link opens in a new window
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A collection of clinical tools that provides users with robust clinical drug information.
- RxVigilance This link opens in a new window
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This software allows users to access pharmacological treatment information or perform an analysis of pharmacological profiles. NOTE - off-campus access is currently not available.
- RxPhotos This link opens in a new window
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This database includes photographs of medications and their packaging, as well as text descriptions of product appearances. NOTE - off-campus access is currently not available.
- Stedman's Online This link opens in a new window
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A complete resource of medical terms, definitions, abbreviations, and symbols.
- Pharmacy Practice+Magazine for pharmacists from the Canadian Health Care Network. Account required to log in.
- Google ScholarGoogle Scholar searches for academic literature, and is especially useful for tracking down articles from citations. On-campus, articles available through RDP Library will show a Request this item @ RDP link. Off-campus, set this functionality by going to Scholar's Settings --> Library Links and searching for Red Deer Polytechnic.
Learning and Mastering Pharmaceutical CalculationsThis online workbook "makes the process of sharpening critical calculation skills more efficient and effective for students and technicians at all levels of experience."
Pharmacy Calculations: An Introduction for Pharmacy Technicians"A complete review of the basic mathematics concepts and skills" and "Provides students with the pharmacy basics necessary for correctly interpreting prescriptions and drug orders, and for performing dosing calculations."
Sterile compounding and aseptic technique : concepts, training, and assessment for pharmacy technicians by Call Number: MEDIA RS 199 S73 M34 2012Video demonstrations of the nine procedural labs of unit 2 (chapters 6-14). The author introduces and narrates each video and performs each lab procedure.
Introduction to pharmaceutical calculationsCall Number: RS 57 R44 2011"Topics include: rational numbers; systems of units; concentrations, dilutions and formulations; calculation of doses; density, displacement volumes and displacement values; calculations involving molecular weights; parenteral solutions and isotonicity; and accuracy of measurement."- Pharmacy Calculations for TechniciansCall Number: RS 57 B34 2010Extensive examples help students apply calculations in the workplace. Additional problems with solutions at the end of the book provide practice with immediate feedback.
Pharmacy CalculationsCall Number: RS 57 P437 2006A comprehensive resource covering calculations and mathematical operations required in the practice of pharmacy. It covers mathematical concepts, formulas, conversions, calculations and problem-solving techniques.
- Drug Product Database – Health CanadaProduct-specific information on drugs approved for use in Canada.
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This resource provides information on drug efficacy, composition, and identification. Focus is on herbal medications, supplements, and other medical care products.
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A full-text alternative health database, focusing on complementary, holistic, and integrated approaches to health care and wellness.
- HerbMed®An electronic database providing access to the scientific data underlying the use of herbs for health. Provided by the Alternative Medicine Foundation and the American Botanical Council.
Natural Standard Herb and Supplement GuideCall Number: RM 666 H33 N386 2010"Monographs for the 400 most commonly used and prescribed herbs and supplements - such as arnica, ginseng, lavender, glucosamine, and blue cohosh - provide the information you need for effective clinical decision-making."
Mosby's Handbook of Herbs and Natural SupplementsCall Number: RM 666 H33 S553 2006Gives user-friendly, detailed information on commonly used herbal products and natural supplements.
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e-Therapeutics+ Complete, including eCPS. Offers comparative and evaluative information on treatment options for common medical conditions, easy-to-use decision algorithms, and tables of drug choices. Formerly known as RxTx.
Compounding Sterile PreparationsCall Number: RS 199 S73 B834 2009Review of the fundamentals of preparing sterile products in hospital, home-care, and community pharmacy settings.- Concepts in Clinical Pharmacokinetics"Fundamental reference for learning the basic, foundational pharmacokinetics concepts and how to apply them to dosing of drugs in clinical practice."
- Prevention Guide: Safe Handling of Hazardous DrugsFrom the ASSTSAS.
- NIOSH List of Antineoplastic and Other Hazardous Drugs in Healthcare Settings 2016From the US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.
- Pharmacy Technician Society of Alberta"The provincial member-focused organization for pharmacy technicians."
- Alberta College of Pharmacy"The governing and regulatory body for the pharmacy profession in Alberta."
- Canadian Association of Pharmacy TechniciansThe national association supporting the professional development of pharmacy technicians.
Indigenous Resources
- Indigenous Resources GuideThis guide will help you find information relevant to Indigenous topics in Treaty 6, Treaty 7, and Métis ancestral lands.
Find Streaming Videos
- Academic Video Online
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This video collection of documentaries, films, demonstrations and more, spans subject areas like anthropology, business, counseling, film, health, history, music, etc.
- Criterion-On-Demand This link opens in a new window
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Access to educationally relevant feature films, including classics, documentaries, animated titles, independent films, and foreign films.
- Curio This link opens in a new window
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This streaming video collection features programs and teacher resource guides supporting K-12 and post-secondary courses. Includes News in Review, a current-events series. Contains English and French primary sources.
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Instructional and educational streaming videos in a wide range of subject areas. Includes performance rights for classroom use.
- Kanopy This link opens in a new window
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A film collection which includes documentaries, indie and foreign films, classics, and blockbuster movies. A small selection has been purchased for use by RDP students, faculty, and staff. Faculty can request films by contacting their Subject Librarian.
- National Film Board of Canada This link opens in a new window
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This collection includes documentaries, animations, experimental films, and alternative dramas. Public performance rights for classroom use included.
- Videatives Streaming Service This link opens in a new window
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This streaming video collection includes text and video clips demonstrating children in action by capturing the details of what children know and how teachers can build from children's knowledge.
- A-Z List of Streaming Video CollectionsAccess to all RDP Library Streaming Video Collections (including Curio.ca, Films on Demand, NFB, Kanopy, Videatives)
Find Databases & Journals by Title
- A-Z List of DatabasesA complete listing of databases, electronic resources, and streaming video collections licensed for use by Red Deer Polytechnic students, faculty, and staff.
- Find a Journal by TitleFind out if the Library has access to a specific journal.
Interlibrary Loans & Other Libraries
RDP Library can bring in items from libraries across North America for you.
- Interlibrary Loan RequestsRequest articles, books, and multimedia items not held at RDP Library or at a NEOS Library. Use your RDP email and password to login.
- Red Deer Public LibraryStudents, use your iCard at Red Deer Public Library (RDPL).
Use your RDP Email and Password
to request items through Interlibrary Loan
Off-Campus Access
Use your RDP email and password to access databases and e-resources off-campus. Learn about your RDP email and password.
Note that your RDP email requires multi-factor authentication (MFA). Learn about MFA.
