Course Code: REL-ACU-0-PRMEDA
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Differentiate between basic pharmacology concepts and medication administration principles.
Identify key patient safety considerations related to medication use.
Perform accurate medication calculations using principles of computational pharmacology.
Evaluate proper practices for medication storage, handling, disposal, and delegation.
Outline:
Section 1: Pharmacological Concepts
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Pharmacokinetics
Absorption
Distribution
Metabolism
Excretion
Integrating the Concepts
Knowledge Check
Pharmacodynamics
Mechanism of Action and Indications
Receptor Interactions: Agonists and Antagonists
Unintended Effects: Side Effects, Drug Reactions, and Drug Interactions
Off-Label Use
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Medication Safety
Medication Safety
Receiving and Entering Orders
Medication Reconciliation
Transcription Errors
Expiration Dates and Shelf Life
Labeling
Contraindications
High-Alert and Sound-Alike and Look-Alike Drugs
Reconstituted Medications
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaway
Section 3: Basics of Medication Administration
Rights of Administration
Knowledge Check
Routes of Administration
Optic
Otic
Topical and Transdermal
Intradermal
Oral (PO)
Oral Transmucosal
Intramuscular (IM)
Subcutaneous (SQ or SC)
Intranasal
Inhalation
Intravenous (IV)
Endotracheal (ET)
Vaginal
Intrathecal
Knowledge Check
Scheduling
Considerations for Specialty Populations
Pediatric Patients
Older Adult Patients
Patients With Language Barriers
Patients With Disabilities
Patient Education
Health Literacy
Principles of Patient Education
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Computational Pharmacology
Standard Flow Rate Calculation
Gravity Drip Rate Calculations
Review
Pediatric Dosing
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Medication Management
Medication Storage, Handling, and Disposal
Medication Waste
Patient Education
Delegation
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Writer: Eric Hutto, DNP
Eric is a graduate of the University of South Florida School of Nursing and has experience in various clinical settings, including critical care and obstetrics. He earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Georgetown University, where he was recognized as a Pellegrino Student Scholar for his research in clinical bioethics. Eric also completed a fellowship at Duquesne University, which focused on applying genomics in nursing practice. His experiences drive his commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved populations, particularly Black Americans, through advocacy and evidence-based practices.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Diagnostic Technologists and Technicians; Nursing Personnel; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care, Clinics: Primary Care, Clinics: Rural Health, Hospitals: Acute, Hospitals: Critical Access (CAHs).
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.