Medication Administration Updates (Oral/IV Basics)
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This 4-contact-hour asynchronous course provides registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPN/LVNs) with updated, evidence-based knowledge on safe medication administration, focusing on oral and intravenous (IV) routes. The course reinforces core pharmacologic principles, highlights recent safety updates, and addresses common error risks, documentation standards, and patient-centered practices. Learners will strengthen clinical judgment and improve medication safety across care settings.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
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Target Audience
- Registered Nurses (RN)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses (LPN/LVN)
Course Level
Intermediate
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Apply updated “rights” of medication administration to oral and IV medications
- Identify high-risk medications and common sources of medication errors
- Demonstrate safe preparation and administration of oral medications
- Describe principles of IV medication administration, including compatibility and infusion safety
- Recognize and respond to adverse drug reactions and complications
- Implement documentation and patient education best practices