Course Code: REL-PAC-0-COMMAI
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Explain pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics and their relationship to medication toxicity in older adults.
Describe why polypharmacy increases the potential for adverse drug events and who is at risk.
Identify at least three interventions to prevent adverse drug events.
Outline:
Section 1: Polypharmacy
Polypharmacy
Adverse Drug Events
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
Medication Toxicity in Older Adults
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Medication Actions and Effects
Medication Actions and Effects
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Regulatory Agencies and Medication Review
Medication Review
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Writer: 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: Nursing Personnel; 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.