Module 11: Medication Administration
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Medication administration is a fundamental and high-risk responsibility of practical nurses. Understanding the principles of safe medication administration helps prevent errors, protect patients, and ensure high-quality nursing care. This module will prepare you to safely calculate, administer, and evaluate medication therapy using best practices, critical thinking, and evidence-based guidelines. It will also reinforce content areas tested on the NCLEX-PN. (Image by Michal Jarmoluk from Pixabay)
Upon completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Apply the “Six Rights” of medication administration in clinical and simulated scenarios. (C.O. #2)
- Identify legal, ethical, and professional responsibilities related to medication administration. (C.O. #2)
- Demonstrate accurate calculations of oral and parenteral medication dosages. (C.O. #2)
To achieve these objectives:
- Read the Module # 11 Introduction
- Read and view the materials in the Module # 11.
- Read Skills Chapters: Medication Management Chapters 5, 15-18 Introduction to Practical Nursing – Simple Book Publishing
Review Medication Administration PPT and Quick Reference Dosage Calc.
Module Pressbooks Resources and Activities
You will find the following resources and activities in this module at the Pressbooks website. Click on the links below to access or complete each item.
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This Dosage Calculation Quick Sheet is a concise reference tool designed to help nursing students quickly recall essential formulas and steps for solving common medication and IV dosage problems.
LPN students can use this quick sheet to:
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Review key formulas (tablets, liquids, IV flow rates)
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Practice safe medication calculation techniques
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Prepare for NCLEX-PN dosage-related questions
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Build confidence in clinical medication administration tasks
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Reduce test anxiety by reinforcing structured problem-solving methods
Perfect for studying, clinical prep, or keeping on-hand during simulations, this sheet supports safe, accurate medication administration—an essential skill for every nurse.
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