AHS 121 - Medication Management for the Certified Caregiver

1. identify residents requiring assistance with medication management;
2. list the five rights of a resident in medication administration;
3. demonstrate how to assist a resident with medication administration;
4. demonstrate how to observe and report changes in resident condition before and after medication administration;
5. list classifications of various medications;
6. understand metabolism and how health conditions affect medication absorption;
7. interpret healthcare provider medication and treatment orders;
8. demonstrate appropriate documentation and record maintenance of medication and treatment services
9. describe proper storage of medications;
10. describe proper documentation and storage of controlled substances;
11. demonstrate the proper use of drug-reference guides, and;
12. demonstrate how to appropriately prevent, identify, report, and document medication errors.

 

Prerequisite(s): CNA or LNA license in good standing and Food Handler’s Card (county of residence).