Assisting with Medication Self-Administration (Part 1)

Course Description

Assisting with Medication Self-Administration Part 1 is a foundational course designed for caregivers who provide support to individuals requiring assistance with their medications. This course will focus on the essential knowledge and skills necessary for caregivers to safely and effectively help individuals with self-medication management. Topics covered will include understanding medication types, routes of administration, proper storage, and documentation, as well as recognizing and reporting potential side effects and adverse reactions.

What will be taught topics

• Learn about various routes of administration
• The five rights of medication administration
• Proper medication storage and handling
• Accurate documentation of medication administration
• Recognizing and reporting potential side effects and adverse reactions
• Importance of medication adherence and compliance
• Appropriate communication with healthcare professionals regarding medications

Lesson list

• How to Assist with Self-Medication Administration
• Five Rights of Medication Administration
• Types of Medications
• Knowledge Review
• Routes of Medication Administration
• Proper Medication Storage and Handling
• Documenting Medication Administration
• Knowledge Review
• Identifying and Reporting Side Effects and Adverse Reactions
• Medication Adherence and Compliance
• Exam- Assisting with Self-Medication (Part 1)