NS 200 - Drug Calculations and Medication Administration

Institution:

Clarkson College

Subject:

Description:

1 semester hour (1 hour of theory per week) This course is designed to provide the student with the requisite skills for safe administration of medications and parenteral solutions. Knowledge of systems of measurement, conversion within and between systems and dosage calculations are included. Students are introduced to understanding physician orders, the "six rights of medication administration" and methods of administering medications via selected routes. Legal implications of documentation and scope of practice are discussed. Prerequisite: MA 101 or equivalent.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.clarksoncollege.edu/

Phone Number:

(402) 552-3100

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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