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Medication Aide Refresher

Healthcare Training Solutions Inc in the state of Virginia is responding to the pandemic by offering several of our courses online. These courses are open enrollment so you can independently enroll and work at your pace.

Keep your certification current as your service continues to be in high demand.

INTRODUCTION
- Welcome
- Purpose of Course
- Course Objectives
FUNCTIONING AS A MEDICATION AIDE
- Patient’s Rights & Responsibilities
- Handling Emergencies
- Permitted & Prohibited Practices
INFECTION CONTROL
- Handwashing Techniques
- Cleaning, Disinfecting & Disposing of Infectious Waste
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 Oral Medication
- Documenting on the MAR
The ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF INSTILLATIONS & TREATMENTS
- Steps in Giving Rectal & Vaginal Medications
- Steps in Applying Topical & Inhalation Medications
ASSISTING THE DIABETIC CLIENT
- Understanding Diabetes
- Signs of Hypoglycemia & Hyperglycemia & Interventions
- Diabetes & Skin Care
- Insulin Administration
- Steps in Giving Eye & Ear Medications
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
- Issuance of Certificate