DESCRIPTION
This course provides an overview of policies and procedures related to medication management for elderly residents living in a long-term care environment. By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Define the differences between medication assistance and medication administration.
- Identify relevant laws and regulations pertaining to medication management for the elderly.
- Describe general principles and staff responsibilities related to resident self-administration of medication.
- Understand basic definitions, acronyms, and terminology related to medication management.
This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.25 CE/Contact Hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval # 20250324-1.25-A100103-DL. This course applies to the following professions:
- Nursing Home Administrators (all states)
- Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators (most states)
Learners must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed.
Tags: 1.25 CE/Contact Hours, All States, Elderly, Elderly Residents, Laws and Regulations, Long Term Care, Long Term Care Facilities, Medication Administration, Medication Assistance, Medication Management, NAB/NCERs Approved, Nursing Home Administrators, RCFE Administrators, Self-Administration