The 6 Rights of Medication Administration
Medication errors are among the most preventable — and most serious — mistakes in care settings. This course trains Med Techs to apply the 6 Rights of Medication Administration consistently and confidently. Learners will also master MAR documentation, the 3-point check, and the correct response to errors.
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5 chapters • 10 lessonsThe 6 Rights - What They Are & Why They Matter 3 lessons
- The 6 Rights — What They Are & Why They Matter
- Why These Rights Matter
- Common Medication Error Types
Understand each of the 6 Rights of Medication Administration and the consequences of errors.
The MAR - Reading & Documenting Correctly 3 lessons
- What Is the MAR?
- Reading the MAR Accurately
- Documenting on the MAR
Learn how to read a Medication Administration Record (MAR) accurately and document every administration.
The 3-Point/Way Check System 1 lesson
- What Is the 3-Point/Way Check?
Apply the mandatory 3-point medication verification process from the supply area to administration
Medication Errors - Prevention, Reporting & Resident Rights 3 lessons
- When an Error Occurs
- Resident Rights Regarding Medications
- Safe Storage & Handling of Medications
Recognize error types, know how to report them, and understand every resident's right regarding their medications.
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