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VNSG 1227 - Essentials of Medication Administration


CIP Code: 51.3901
Credit(s): 2
General principles of medication administration including determination of dosage, preparation, safe administration, and documentation of multiple forms of drugs. Instruction includes various systems of measurement. (1-4)

Math proficiency is determined by examination. Introduction to the concepts of Member of a Profession Provider of Patient-Centered Care Patient Safety Advocate and Member of the Health Care Team. Lab fee required.

The student will:

  1. demonstrate accurate dosage calculation
2. demonstrate safe medication administration
3. accurately document medication administration 1,2,3,5,6

Prerequisite(s): Traditional: Acceptance into the Vocational Nursing Program 

Dual Credit: Successful completion of previous term courses. 

Faculty Consent: Y