Medication Administration

Medication Administration is a critical healthcare skill that involves the accurate preparation and delivery of medication to patients. Coursera's Medication Administration skill catalogue equips you with the knowledge and expertise needed to safely and efficiently administer medication in various healthcare settings. You'll learn about different types of medications, the principles of pharmacology, the five rights of medication administration, and how to prevent and manage medication errors. The course also covers modules on medication safety, oral and injectable medication administration, and patient education about medication usage. This skill is invaluable for prospective nurses, pharmacists, healthcare professionals, or anyone interested in patient care and safety.
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    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Asepsis, Drug Interaction, Medication Administration, Pharmacology, Patient-centered Care, Pharmacist Assistance, Pharmacy, Intravenous Therapy, Sterile Procedure, Personal protective equipment

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    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Drug Interaction, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Pharmaceuticals, Patient Safety, Clinical Research, Competitive Intelligence, Safety Standards, Laboratory Testing, Biochemical Assays, Medication Administration, Pharmacotherapy, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Research, Chemistry

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Prescription, Drug Interaction, Pharmacotherapy, Medication Administration, Medication Dispensation, Pharmacology, Patient Safety, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Care, Geriatrics

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    Skills you'll gain: Chronic Diseases, Student Support and Services, Parent Communication, Care Management, Health Education, First Aid, Patient Education and Support, Pediatrics, Emergency Response, Nursing Care, Respiratory Care, Medication Administration, Nutrition and Diet

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    Skills you'll gain: Medication Dispensation, Medication Therapy Management, Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Asepsis, Pharmacy, Drug Interaction, Medication Administration, Patient-centered Care, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacist Assistance, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Intravenous Therapy, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Evaluation, Sterile Procedure, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pharmacy Operations

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    Skills you'll gain: Medication Dispensation, Pharmacist Assistance, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy Operations, Pharmacology, Patient Safety, Pharmacy, Medication Administration, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Pediatrics, Intravenous Therapy, Systems Of Measurement

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    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Pharmacology, Airway Management, Cardiology, Medication Administration, Medical Emergency, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Care, Neurology, Critical Care, Health Assessment, Mental Status Examination, Vital Signs, Anatomy, Physiology

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    Skills you'll gain: Pharmacy Experience, Pharmacology, Pharmacist Assistance, Pharmacy Information System, Pharmacy Operations, Medical Prescription, Pharmacy, Medication Dispensation, Drug Development, Medication Administration, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Medical Terminology

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    Skills you'll gain: Medication Dispensation, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient Evaluation, Pharmacy Operations, Patient-centered Care, Medication Administration, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Record Keeping, Health And Safety Standards, Asepsis

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