Pharmacology for Nursing Assistants Course
This Pharmacology for Nursing Assistants Course builds confidence in handling common medications in long-term care settings. Participants learn essential drug knowledge, vital sign monitoring techniques, recognition of critical symptoms, strategies to prevent falls, and effective SBAR communication methods to safeguard residents and assist the nursing team effectively.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This Pharmacology for Nursing Assistants Course focuses on key drug classes used in long-term care, such as antihypertensives, oral antidiabetics, and opioids. It teaches practical skills for monitoring vital signs, preventing falls, assessing pain, documenting accurately, using SBAR for communication, and identifying side effects with reliable references to ensure quick and precise reporting of urgent issues.
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Develop skills
- Medication monitoring basics: master vitals, LOC, pain and blood glucose checks.
- Antihypertensive care: spot red flags fast and prevent dizziness and dangerous falls.
- Opioid safety skills: detect respiratory decline early and protect post-op patients.
- Diabetes support essentials: check blood sugar, catch hypo/hyper signs, act quickly.
- Charting and SBAR reporting: document meds effects clearly and escalate concerns.
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