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STUDY with CLPNA Course Boosts Med Admin Knowledge and Public Safety
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lot has changed in nursing practice in the last few years. Even new graduates are finding the workplace isn’t exactly what was learned in class. To provide an update on current practice, the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta developed a 47-page, comprehensive Practice Guideline on Medication Management, and accompanying self-study course on Medication Administration.
Pharmacology and medication administration is a key role and responsibility in the scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nurses. This role includes assessment and monitoring of the client, safe medication administration, health teaching and coaching about medications, and continuous evaluation and documentation of the client’s response to the medication. Medication administration also includes identifying risks and precautions and being able to respond to adverse events appropriately and in a timely manner. This self-study course provides Licensed Practical Nurses with a review of pharmacology, the role of medication management and the various components of medication administration in Alberta. This course will be of interest to any nurse – newly graduated or experienced – who wants to benefit from an opportunity to refresh their knowledge. This course consists of a Medication Administration Study Guide, practice quizzes and other resources. The CLPNA’s Self-Study Courses are free, online education programs available from www.StudywithCLPNA.com. All courses can be used to fulfill an LPN’s annual Learning Plan goals for the Continuing Competence Program. A printable Certificate of Completion is available after passing a final exam.
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MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION SELF-STUDY COURSE
