HTH LMS | IV PUSH/BOLUS MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION

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IV PUSH/BOLUS MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION

Nursing and Midwifery

By - Georgina Joyce Yawa Gyamfi
162 students
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Course Requirements

Participants should:

Be registered/licensed nurses or healthcare professionals involved in medication administration.
Have basic knowledge of medication administration principles and infection prevention.
Have basic knowledge of peripheral and/or central venous access.
Be currently involved in or expected to participate in intravenous medication administration.

Course Description

This course provides nurses with the knowledge and practical skills required for the safe and effective administration of medications by the IV push/bolus route. It covers medication verification, preparation, assessment of IV access, appropriate administration techniques, medication compatibility, injection rate, patient monitoring, documentation, and prevention of medication errors. Emphasis is placed on adherence to evidence-based practices and patient safety.

Course Outcomes

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Explain the principles and safety considerations of IV push/bolus medication administration.
Apply the rights of medication administration and relevant safety checks before administration.
Assess IV access for patency and signs of complications before administering medication.
Demonstrate safe preparation and administration of IV push/bolus medications using appropriate technique and rate.
Document IV push/bolus medication administration accurately and promptly.
Promote patient safety by applying infection prevention measures and evidence-based medication administration practices.

Course Curriculum

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Instructor

Georgina Joyce Yawa Gyamfi

An Oncology Nurse Specialist with experience in clinical education, mentorship, patient safety, and nursing leadership. An active Operation Smile volunteer and nurse educator, committed to advancing nursing practice through education, capacity building, and knowledge sharing, with a strong focus on improving patient outcomes and promoting excellence in nursing care.

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