Medication Administration: Monitoring for Best Resident Outcomes - Online Inservice
This course provides a comprehensive overview of best practices for monitoring medication outcomes in long-term care facilities, emphasizing a holistic, resident-centered approach. Participants will learn how to involve the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and residents in monitoring medication outcomes to ensure optimal therapeutic benefits and minimize adverse effects. The course highlights the importance of continuous evaluation and collaboration to align prescribed treatments with each resident's overall health goals. Through case studies and real-world examples, learners will gain practical skills in identifying medication-related issues early and adjusting care plans as needed to enhance resident outcomes.
Objectives
Upon conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explain the importance of interdisciplinary team (IDT) involvement in monitoring medication outcomes for resident safety and well-being in long-term care settings.
- Identify best practices for monitoring medication outcomes, including tracking therapeutic benefits, detecting adverse effects, and ensuring alignment with residents' health goals.
- Develop strategies for collaborating with residents and their families to incorporate their preferences and goals into medication management and monitoring processes.
- Apply tools and techniques for early detection of medication-related problems, including adverse drug reactions and medication inefficacy, to adjust treatment plans effectively.
- Implement a resident-centered approach to medication monitoring that emphasizes continuous assessment, communication, and care adjustments based on individual health needs.
Curriculum
Chapter 1: Best Practices in Monitoring Medication Outcomes
Chapter 2: Developing Skills to Monitor Residents for Side Effects, Allergies, and Progress With New Medications, Ensuring Their Well-Being and Treatment Effectiveness
Chapter 3: Medications That Should be Titrated or Tapered
Chapter 4: Review Current Medications and Resident Routines to Ensure New Medications Complement Existing Treatments and Lifestyles
Chapter 5: Cultivate Skills to Educate Residents and Caregivers About New Medications
Price: $20.00
Contact Hours: 2
Course Author
Carey Peerman
Dr. Peerman earned her Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University Chicago (2019), a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Radford University (2001), and a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Radford University (1998). She is a Fellow in the American College of Health Care Executives, a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, and a Registered Nurse. Additionally, Dr. Peerman also holds certificates in Healthcare Administration- Long Term Care from Mary Baldwin College, Executive Leadership from The University of Notre Dame, Six Sigma Green Belt/Lean DFSS from Aventa, a certificate in Gerontology from The University of Texas-Austin and is a Certified Quality Professional. She also serves as a Healthcare Consultant and is owner of Clear Edge Consulting, LLC. She is the author of Authentic Leadership: Your Journey to a Five-Star Career and The Resilient Leader: A Foundational Guide to Developing Resilient Leadership Vol.1.
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Course Accreditation
Provider approved by the Florida, New Hampshire, and Wyoming Board of Nursing-Certified Nursing Assistants, CE Broker Provider #: 50-13256.