Administering Medications When Swallowing is a Problem
$24.00
Some individuals have difficulty swallowing pills. For this reason, doctors may prescribe scored medications, liquid medications, or order that all medications be crushed. In this course you will learn about:
- Scored pills
- The proper procedure for crushing medications
- How to assist with administering liquid medications
Properly administering medications can be daunting. In fact, understanding medications can be one of the more complex yet impactful aspects of caregiving. The purpose of this course is to provide family and frontline caregivers with information to safely manage medications for individuals with swallowing problems.
