Registered Medication Aide

INTRODUCTION

Welcome

Course Structure

Course Requirements

CHAPTER 1 – LEGAL & ETHICAL ISSUES

Identify Legal & Ethical Issues In Medication Management

Demonstrate the Implication of Client’s Rights Regarding Medications, Treatment Decisions & Confidentiality

Identify Permitted Practices and Identity Acts Permitted by Medication Aides in Virginia

Identify the Legal Requirements to Report Client Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation

Regulations of the Virginia Department of Social Services

Write and Study Definitions in Textbook

Fill-in-the-Blank Exercise in Textbook

Quiz 1 – Online

CHAPTER 2 – PREPARING FOR SAFE ADMINISTRATION OF MEDICATION

Demonstrate Principles of Maintaining Aseptic Technique

Recognize Emergencies & Other Health-Threatening Conditions and Respond Accordingly

Demonstrate Basic Concepts of Communication with the Cognitively Impaired Client

Measure & Document Vital Signs

Demonstrate the Use of International / Military Time

Identify the “Rights” of Medication Administration

Write and Study Definitions in Textbook

Fill-in-the-Blank Exercise in Textbook

Quiz 2 – Online

CHAPTER 3 – THE BASICS OF MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION

Define Key Pharmacological Terms, Medical Terminology and Abbreviations Associated With Medication Administration

Identify Medication and Dispensing Classifications

Identify Factors That Affect Medication Mechanism of Action

Facilitate Client Awareness of the Purpose & Effects Of Medications

Demonstrate How to Use Medication Information Sources

Identify Medication Labeling Requirements In Virginia & the Federal Drug Control Act

Identify / Explain How to Complete Three Commonly Used Forms for Documenting Medication Administration

Demonstrate / Explain Procedures for Receiving & Transcribing Physician’s Orders

Document Medication Administration on the Medication Administration Record (MAR)

Document Medication Errors

Write and Study Definitions in Textbook

Fill-In-The-Blank Exercise in Textbook

Quiz 3 – Online

CHAPTER 4 – ADMINISTRATION OF PREPARED INSTILLATIONS & TREATMENT

Identify Basic Guidelines For Administering Medications

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Oral Medications

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Eye Drops & Ointments

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Ear Drops

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Nasal Drops & Sprays

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Topical Preparation

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Vaginal Products

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Rectal Products

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Soaks & Sitz Baths

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Oral Hygiene Products

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Inhalation Products

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Transdermal Patches

Administer or Assist the Client with Self-Administration of Epi-Pen

Write and Study Definitions in Textbook

Fill-in-the-Blank Exercise in Textbook

Quiz 4 – Online

CHAPTER 5 – STORAGE & DISPOSAL OF MEDICATION

Identify Procedures for Storing and Securing Medications

Explain / Demonstrate Procedures for Maintaining an Inventory of Medications Including Controlled Substances

Identify Procedures for Disposal and Loss of Medications

Write and Study Definitions in Textbook

Fill-In-the-Blank Exercise in Textbook

Quiz 5 – Online

CHAPTER 6 – SPECIAL ISSUES IN MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION

Identify Special Issues Related to Medication Use in the Elderly

Recognize Uses, Adverse Reactions and Special Considerations for Selected Psychotropic Medications

Recognize When a Medication is a Chemical Restraint

Explain the Importance of Blood Testing to Monitor Therapeutic Levels of Medication

Identify Medications Considered Inappropriate for the Elderly

Identify Reasons and Ways of Dealing with Clients’ Refusal to Take Medications and Respond Appropriately

Recognize Uses of Over-the-Counter Medications, Herbal Preparations and Non-Medical Substances

Write and Study Definitions in Textbook

Fill-in-the-Blank Exercise in Textbook

Quiz 6 – Online

CHAPTER 7 – INSULIN ASMINISTRATION

Define and List the Causes of Two Types of Diabetes Mellitus

Identify Interventions Involved in the Management of Diabetes Mellitus

List Common Signs and Symptoms of Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia

Perform Finger Stick Procedure for Glucose Monitoring

Administer Insulin Injections

Write and Study Definitions in Textbook

Fill-in-the-Blank Exercise in Textbook

Quiz 7 – Online

CHAPTER 8 – GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Glossary of Terms Pages 155-167 in Textbook

Rights & Responsibilities of Residents of Assisted Living Facilities Pages 169-172 in Textbook

CONCLUSION

Practice Quiz #1

Practice Quiz #2

PSI Exam Bulletin

This is an approved Virginia Board of Nursing Registered Medication Aide Program. This 68 hour course prepares you for the state exam which offers the designation of Registered Medication Aide and authorization to administer medication in assisted living facilities.

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One Time Payment

Tuition does NOT include Board of Nursing registration fee ($50)

Tuition does NOT include PSI Exam fee ($70)

$600.00 12 months of access

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