This course reviews the difference between medication administration and assisting with self-administration of medication, as well as the goals, roles, and responsibilities of unlicensed personnel in medication assistance. 

This course will explore:  

1. Basic terminology associated with medication use;
2. Safe storage, handling, and disposal of medications;
3. Comprehensive understanding of and compliance with medication instructions on a prescription label, a healthcare practitioner’s order, and proper completion of medication observation record (MOR) form;
4. The medical indications and purposes for commonly used medications, their common side effects, and symptoms of adverse reactions;
5. The proper administration of oral, transdermal, ophthalmic, otic, rectal, inhaled, or topical medications;
6. Safety and sanitation practices while administering medication;
7. Medication administration documentation and record-keeping requirements;
8. Medical errors and medical error reporting;
9. Determinations of need for medication administration assistance and informed consent requirements;
10. Procedural arrangements for individuals who require medication offsite; and Validation requirements.

This course will award 3 continuing education credits.  Please see below for board approvals.

Author:  Deb Loughman, RN and Leesa Robertson, M.Ed., CAP, LMHC

Relevance:  This course is designed for masters level counselors, addiction professions, and behavioral technicians who have direct client contact with clients and may be in the role to observe the client/patient taking their medications.  

Course ID:  20-758033
Course Provider Number:  50-204

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