$59.00
Course Expiration
Once you register you have up to one year to complete the course.
Course Description
Medication management represents an area of great responsibility. If not managed per physician orders and in compliance with regulations, medications intended to assist with a resident’s health maintenance may place an individual’s health and safety at risk. This course is designed to help providers understand proper medication storage, resident medication rights, and regulations for medication management.
Course Objectives:
Knowledge of rules regarding administration of medication; awareness of the right to refuse; ability to foster compliance and deter non-compliance
Understanding of rules regarding refills and dosage changes; avoidance of medication errors and adverse drug interactions
Familiarity with medication labels, packaging, and proper storage and disposal practices
Awareness of PRN and over-the-counter medication requirements
Appreciation of the importance of record-keeping and communication
Comprehension of the “Seven Rights,” common ailments of the developmentally disabled, and chemical restraint restrictions
Meets Regional Center Requirement that Staff receive 12 hours per year from a certified vendor.
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As the brain deteriorates in dementia, challenging behaviors often appear. These behaviors range from problematic to inappropriate to aggressive
People with dysphagia have difficulty swallowing and may even experience pain while swallowing (odynophagia). This course covers treating dysphagia and how to minimize its effects.
Students will learn how the elderly, disabled, and residents of long-term care are the most vulnerable to severe symptoms and have the highest mortality rates. We'll exam treatment options, vaccination development & mitigation protocols for residential care.
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Bed bugs are looking for a blood meal and may appear in any home at any time. Unfortunately, the presence of bed bugs in residential settings is a common problem.
