Use of Psychotropic Meds in LTC

Course Code: REL-PAC-0-UPMLTC

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2024

Learning Objectives:
Identify four types of psychotropic medications frequently used in LTC and possible side effects related to their use
Recall the federal regulations that govern the use of psychotropic medications in LTC setting.
Identify three althernative strategies to psychotropic drug use in the LTC setting.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Complex Care

Mental Health Disorders

The Aging Brain

Psychotropic Medications

Review

Summary

Section 3: Psychotropic Medications

Quality of Care

Antipsychotics

Antianxiety and Hypnotic Medications

Antidepressants

Mood Stabilizers

Review

Summary

Section 4: Use of Psychotropic Medications

A National Focus on Antipsychotics

F-Tags

Appropriate Use for Psychotropic Medications

Antipsychotic Medications

PRN Orders

Review

Summary

Section 5: Alternative Strategies and Psychotropic Reduction

Assessing Behaviors

Behavioral Interventions

Non-Pharmacological Treatment Options

Gradual Dose Reductions

Clinically Contraindicated

Review

Summary

Section 6: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor

References

Congratulations!

Instructor: Kim Matthews, RN

Kimberly Matthews, RN obtained a nursing degree from Western Kentucky University in 1998.  Ms. Matthews possesses over 20 years of nursing experience with over 17 of those in the Skilled Nursing industry.  Ms. Matthews has extensive experience in MDS, restorative nursing programs, and nursing management.  Ms. Matthews is currently a Post Acute Care Content writer and subject matter expert for MDS.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Administrators; Nurses; 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.