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A Novel Approach for the Administration of Medications and Fluids in Emergency Scenarios and Settings
Published on: November 9, 2016
Medication administration: are you up to date?
1Greensboro, North Carolina.
Summary
Pharmacists in long-term care facilities must educate staff on medication administration. This includes new drugs, delivery methods, and current infection control standards for safe practices.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacy Practice
- Geriatric Care
- Infection Control
Background:
- Long-term care facility pharmacists play a crucial role in educating healthcare staff.
- Ensuring proper medication administration technique is vital for patient safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the educational responsibilities of pharmacists regarding medication administration in long-term care.
- To emphasize the need for continuous learning on new medications and administration methods.
Main Methods:
- Review of current practices in medication administration education within long-term care settings.
- Analysis of the impact of new drug formulations and delivery systems on staff training requirements.
Main Results:
- Pharmacists are essential in disseminating information on manufacturer-specific guidelines for new and existing medications.
- Adherence to updated infection control standards is a key component of medication administration training.
Conclusions:
- Ongoing education by pharmacists is critical for nurses and care staff in long-term care facilities.
- Pharmacists must ensure staff are proficient in administering new medications and adhering to infection control protocols.
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