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 like red flags for side effects, implement fall prevention strategies, and use effective SBAR communication for documentation and reporting urgent changes. Designed to build your confidence and ensure resident safety while supporting your nursing team.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain confidence in handling key drug classes for long-term care, including antihypertensives, oral antidiabetics, and opioids. Master practical skills in monitoring vital signs, assessing pain and blood glucose, preventing falls, recognising side effects with trusted references, documenting accurately, and using SBAR for quick, precise reporting of urgent changes.
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Develop skills
- Master medication monitoring basics 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 dangerous falls.
- Gain opioid safety expertise to detect early respiratory decline and safeguard post-operative patients.
- Learn essential diabetes support by monitoring blood sugar levels, recognising hypo- and hyperglycaemia signs, and responding promptly.
- Perfect charting and SBAR reporting to clearly document medication effects and escalate concerns effectively.
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