Course Code: REL-PAC-0-PSMEDA
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Define the role of medication assistance.
Identify key components of medication orders and labels.
Recall the six rights of safe medication practices.
Outline:
Section 1: Medication Assistance
Introduction
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Types of Medications
Medication Types, Schedules, and Forms
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Medication Orders and Labels
Understanding Orders and Labels
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Safe Medication Practices
Best Practices for Medications
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Jaclyn Armstrong, BSN, RN, HCS-O
Jaclyn Armstrong is a Registered Nurse and certified Home Care Clinical Specialist- OASIS (HCS-O). She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina Wilmington and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Belmont University. Prior to joining Relias as a subject matter expert and writer for post-acute care, she gained extensive experience in home health with a strong focus on quality improvement and patient outcomes.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Care Staff; Medication Personnel; in the following settings: Assisted Living Facility, Home Health Agencies, Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.