This is a Refresher Course in medication management for Medication Aides currently authorized under the Drug Control Act in facilities licensed by Department of Social Services and Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services. Course consist of 4 clock hours of didactic training. Certificate emailed upon course completion.
Course Instructor
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INTRODUCTION
Course Objectives
Issuance of Certificate
FUNCTIONING AS A MEDICATION AIDE
Patient’s Rights & Responsibilities
Handling Emergencies
Permitted & Prohibited Practices
INFECTION CONTROL
Cleaning, Disinfecting & Disposing of Infectious Waste
Airborne Infections
FACILITATING MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION
Classes of Medication
The 5 Rights of Medication Administration
Controlled Substances
Chemical Restraint
Assessing Vital Signs
ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF ORAL MEDICATIONS
Steps in Giving Medication
Documenting on the MAR
ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF INSTILLATIONS & TREATMENTS
Steps in Applying Topical & Inhalation Medications
Steps in Giving Eye & Ear Medications
Steps in Giving Rectal & Vaginal Medications
ASSISTING THE DIABETIC CLIENT
Understanding Diabetes Mellitus
Blood Glucose Monitoring
Signs of Hypoglycemia & Hyperglycemia & Interventions
Diabetes & Skin Care
Insulin Administration
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Issuance of Certificate