Course Code: REL-PAC-0-ASMB
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Describe the role of unlicensed professionals in assisting with the self-administration of medications.
Recall the purpose and common side effects of at least three medication classes.
Recognize commonly used terminology and abbreviations associated with medication use.
Outline:
Assisting with Self-Administration of Medications: The Basics
Section 1: Introduction
Page Header
Section 2: Administration Versus Self-Administration
Meet Pete
Assisting vs. Administering
Medication Rights
Know Your Scope of Practice
Delegation Guidelines
The Responsibilities of Unlicensed Personnel
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Basic Medication Terminology
Brand Name Versus Generic Name
Dosage
Route
Other Abbreviations
A Brief Word About Abbreviations
Review
Indications and Contraindications
Adverse Reactions
What Should You Do?
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Common Medications
Classes of Medications
Analgesic Medications
Anti-Infective Medications
Anticoagulant Medications
Psychotropic Medications
Anticonvulsant Medications
Cardiovascular Medications
Diuretic Medications
Antidiabetic Medications
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN
Elizabeth Vaccaro earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Kean University. She has worked as a Multiple Sclerosis Nurse Educator. Elizabeth has worked in a variety of healthcare settings from the hospital to the pharmaceutical industry which has allowed her to have a great appreciation for all the challenges that span the healthcare field. She has practiced in the hospice setting for nine years in a variety of roles from Case Manager, Educator, and Director of both inpatient and home care hospice.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Care Workers; General Staff; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.