Assisting with Medication Self-Administration (Part 2)

Assisting with Medication Self-Administration (Part 2)

Assisting with Medication Self-Administration Paer 2 is a course designed for caregivers who wish to enhance their skills in helping patients manage their medications effectively and safely. This intermediate-level course delves into the responsibilities of caregivers in administering medications, understanding medication labels, recognizing common medication side effects, and addressing medication-related issues. The course is tailored for caregivers in the US and adheres to the applicable guidelines and best practices.

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Overview

Details
  • Lessons: 6
  • Number of tests: 3
  • Hours: 1.0 hours
  • Students who are studying this course: 125
What you will learn
  • Reading and interpreting medication labels and instructions
  • Identifying common medications and their uses
  • Ensuring medication safety and adherence
  • Addressing medication-related concerns and emergencies
  • Documenting medication administration

Lessons

    • The Caregiver's Role in Medication AssistanceThe Caregiver's Role in Medication Assistance
    • 5 mins
    • Interpreting Medication Labels and InstructionsInterpreting Medication Labels and Instructions
    • 7 mins
    • Common Medications and Their UsesCommon Medications and Their Uses
    • 5 mins
    • Knowledge Review Knowledge Review
    • 4 mins
    • Ensuring Medication Safety and AdherenceEnsuring Medication Safety and Adherence
    • 6 mins
    • Addressing Medication-Related Concerns and EmergenciesAddressing Medication-Related Concerns and Emergencies
    • 4 mins
    • Documentation of Medication AdministrationDocumentation of Medication Administration
    • 4 mins
    • Knowledge Review Knowledge Review
    • 4 mins
    • Exam- Assisting with Self-Medication (part 2) Exam- Assisting with Self-Medication (part 2)
    • 15 mins

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