Medication Administration Classes

Medication administration training will prepare you to safely and accurately administer medications to patients or to people in need.

Who Needs Medication Administration Training?

Medication administration training is essential for various healthcare professionals, including:

Nurses:

Nurses routinely administer medications and need comprehensive training to ensure patient safety.

Healthcare Assistants:

Healthcare assistants may also be involved in medication administration under the supervision of nurses.

Medical Assistants:

Medical assistants may administer medications under the supervision of a physician or other authorized healthcare provider.

Caregivers:

People working as caregivers may need medication administration training to ensure the people they take care of receive their medications safely.

School Staff:

In some cases, school staff may be authorized to administer medication to students. This is where training in medication administration will come in handy

What you will learn

The training course encompasses knowledge regarding the different routes of administration, dosage calculations, and potential side effects.

It also covers legal and ethical guidelines, as well as best practices for storage, dispensing, and documentation.

Key Areas Covered in Medication Administration Training:

Understanding Medication Routes:

This includes learning about various methods of administration, such as oral (pills, liquids), topical (creams, ointments), inhaled (inhalers), and injectable (intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous).

Dosage Calculation:

Training will cover how to accurately calculate medication dosages based on patient weight, age, and other relevant factors.

Safe Medication Practices:

This includes learning about standard infection control measures, proper hand hygiene, and techniques for preparing medications safely.

Medication Storage and Handling:

Training will cover how to store medications properly to maintain their effectiveness and prevent contamination.

Documentation and Record Keeping:

Individuals will learn how to accurately document medication administration and maintain accurate records.

Patient Education:

This includes learning how to educate patients and their families about their medications, including proper usage, potential side effects, and when to seek medical attention.

Legal and Ethical Considerations:

Training will cover the legal and ethical responsibilities of administering medications, including patient confidentiality and informed consent.

Recognizing and Responding to Adverse Reactions:

Students will learn how to recognize signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medications and how to respond appropriately, including administering epinephrine in the event of an anaphylactic reaction.

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