Medication Aide Refresher Course 2023

Medication Aides in the State of Virginia who assist with the administration of medication in facilities licensed by the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services, Substance Abuse Services, Department of Social Services, Department of Juvenile Justice or Department of Education are mandated to take an annual refresher course. 

Course Syllabus

INTRODUCTION

Welcome
Lesson 1 of 3 within section INTRODUCTION.
Purpose of Course
Lesson 2 of 3 within section INTRODUCTION.
Course Objectives
Lesson 3 of 3 within section INTRODUCTION. You must enroll in this course to access course content.

FUNCTIONING AS A MEDICATION AIDE

Patient’s Rights & Responsibilities
Lesson 1 of 3 within section FUNCTIONING AS A MEDICATION AIDE. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Handling Emergencies
Lesson 2 of 3 within section FUNCTIONING AS A MEDICATION AIDE. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Permitted & Prohibited Practices
Lesson 3 of 3 within section FUNCTIONING AS A MEDICATION AIDE. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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INFECTION CONTROL

Handwashing  Techniques
Lesson 1 of 2 within section INFECTION CONTROL. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Cleaning, Disinfecting & Disposing of Infectious Waste
Lesson 2 of 2 within section INFECTION CONTROL. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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FACILITATING MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION

Classes of Medication
Lesson 1 of 5 within section FACILITATING MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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The 5 Rights of Medication Administration
Lesson 2 of 5 within section FACILITATING MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Controlled Substances
Lesson 3 of 5 within section FACILITATING MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Chemical Restraint
Lesson 4 of 5 within section FACILITATING MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Assessing Vital Signs
Lesson 5 of 5 within section FACILITATING MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF ORAL MEDICATIONS

Steps in Giving Oral Medication
Lesson 1 of 2 within section ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF ORAL MEDICATIONS. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Documenting on the MAR
Lesson 2 of 2 within section ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF ORAL MEDICATIONS. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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The ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF INSTILLATIONS & TREATMENTS

Steps in Giving Rectal & Vaginal Medications 
Lesson 1 of 2 within section The ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF INSTILLATIONS & TREATMENTS. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Steps in Applying Topical & Inhalation Medications
Lesson 2 of 2 within section The ASSISTING CLIENT WITH ADMINISTRATION OF INSTILLATIONS & TREATMENTS. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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ASSISTING THE DIABETIC CLIENT

Understanding Diabetes
Lesson 1 of 5 within section ASSISTING THE DIABETIC CLIENT. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Signs of Hypoglycemia & Hyperglycemia & Interventions
Lesson 2 of 5 within section ASSISTING THE DIABETIC CLIENT. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Diabetes & Skin Care
Lesson 3 of 5 within section ASSISTING THE DIABETIC CLIENT. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Insulin Administration
Lesson 4 of 5 within section ASSISTING THE DIABETIC CLIENT. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Steps in Giving Eye & Ear Medications
Lesson 5 of 5 within section ASSISTING THE DIABETIC CLIENT. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Issuance of Certificate
Lesson 1 of 1 within section CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION. You must enroll in this course to access course content.