Course Code: REL-PAC-0-MMALF
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2029
Learning Objectives:
Identify at least two differences between medication administration and assistance with self-administration of medication.
Discuss the roles and duties of medication aides in assisting with the self-administration of medications.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Assisting with Self-Administration
Basic Requirements
Assisting with Medications
Going Beyond Assisting
Your Role
Your Duties
Know Your Scope of Practice
Review
Summary
Section 3: The Five Rights of Medication Assistance
The Five Rights
About the Five Rights
Taking Medications with Meals
Medication Precautions
Review
Summary
Section 4: Handling Medications Safely
Before You Begin
Pills, Tablets, and Capsules
Liquid Medications
Breaking Tablets and Opening Capsules
Crushing Medications
Nasal Drops and Sprays
Ear Drops
Eye Drops and Ointment
Transdermal Medication
Topical Medications
Inhalers
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Kathleen Koopmann, RN, BSN
Kathleen is a seasoned subject matter expert in post-acute care, with over 37 years of clinical and teaching experience spanning both acute and post-acute care settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and received specialized infection control training through the North Carolina Statewide Program for Infection Control and Epidemiology, in collaboration with NCDHHS and the University of North Carolina. Kathleen's diverse career includes roles in long-term care, acute care, occupational health, and nursing education. Most recently, she served as a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Control Practitioner in long-term care, where she played a pivotal role in staff education and infection prevention.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; Direct Care Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.