LAC 22:I.913
LAC 22:I.913. Unlicensed Training Curriculum for Medication Administration [Formerly §513]
Cite as La. Admin. Code tit. 22, pt. I, § 913
A. The six hours of general training for the medication administration course shall consist at minimum of the following information:
1. legal role differentiation in medication delivery;
2. classification of medications and general purposes of each;
3. proper procedures for administration of medication;
4. handling, storage, and disposal of medications;
5. appropriate and correct record keeping;
6. appropriate actions when emergencies and other unusual circumstances occur;
7. appropriate use of resources.
B. The course and skills demonstration shall be repeated only once upon the recommendation of the instructor.
C. A test score of 85 percent competency shall be required on the written test.
D. A pass/fail grade based on demonstrated competency on the skills checklist shall apply to the practical portion of the course. A registered nurse shall administer the examination. The applicant shall demonstrate competency in the following areas:
1. hand washing;
2. preparation and administration of:
a. oral medications including liquids;
b. topical medications;
3. documentation.
E. Child specific training includes at minimum:
1. reason for the medication;
2. desired and adverse effects of the individual's medication;
3. recognition and response to an emergency;
4. observation of the individual;
5. unique individual requirements for administration of medication;
6. additional training such as the following may be required:
a. administration of pre-measured dose inhalants;
b. handling and administering controlled substances;
c. measuring growth, taking vital signs and other specific procedures as required;
d. using emergency medications.