Pharmacology for Nursing Assistants Course
This Pharmacology for Nursing Assistants Course equips you with essential knowledge of common medications used in long-term care settings, such as antihypertensives, oral antidiabetics, and opioids. You will master vital sign monitoring, recognise critical symptoms, implement fall prevention measures, and use effective SBAR communication for accurate documentation and reporting to ensure resident safety and team support. The course emphasises practical skills for quick recognition of side effects and urgent interventions.
flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain confidence in handling key drug classes like antihypertensives, antidiabetics, and opioids in long-term care. Master vital monitoring, fall prevention, pain assessment tools, precise documentation, SBAR handover techniques, and reliable reference use to identify adverse effects and report changes swiftly.
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Develop skills
- Master basics of medication monitoring including vital signs, level of consciousness, pain assessment, and blood glucose checks.
- Develop skills in antihypertensive care to quickly identify red flags, prevent dizziness, and avoid falls.
- Gain opioid safety expertise to detect early respiratory decline and safeguard post-operative patients.
- Learn essential diabetes support by monitoring blood sugar levels, spotting hypo and hyperglycaemia signs, and responding promptly.
- Acquire charting and SBAR reporting skills to clearly document medication effects and escalate issues effectively.
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