Paediatric Medication Challenges

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Updated 08 Dec 2024 Certificate ANCC Accredited

Start this Ausmed Course now to learn about the unique considerations involved in safely and effectively treating paediatric patients with medications.

Content

7 Video Units • 15 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
4m
Pretest
3 Questions
Paediatric Overview
2 Questions
6m
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics
2 Questions
19m
Common Paediatric Issues
2 Questions
21m
Medication Safety
2 Questions
15m
Inequity of Medication Access
2 Questions
5m
Conclusion
4m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Explain pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic differences in how various paediatric populations handle medications.

2

Describe considerations when recommending medications for common paediatric conditions.

3

Explain the implications and challenges of recommending medications for paediatric populations.

4

Develop strategies to champion medication safety and reduce medication risks for paediatric populations.

5

Evaluate the effectiveness of paediatric information sources to confidently address carer concerns.

Who it's for:

This Ausmed Course is intended for nurses, midwives and other healthcare professionals (such as pharmacists and paramedics) who may be involved in the medication administration process for infants and children.

Why it's needed:

The administration of medications is a high-risk area for nurses and other healthcare professionals; therefore, accessible education providing up-to-date information is necessary in order to promote medication safety and avoid the potentially catastrophic consequences that can arise from medication errors.

For medication-based topics in particular, it is crucial that this education is aligned with the latest evidence and covers any relevant new medications in order to inform best practices.

Purpose:

The purpose of this course is to provide best-practice education that increases the confidence of nurses, midwives and other healthcare professionals when caring for infants and children requiring medication administration in order to minimise medication errors and maximise positive patient outcomes.

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Last updated08 Dec 2024

Published28 Mar 2023

Due for review30 Dec 2025
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