SUBCUTANEOUS INJECTIONS - NGO Training Centre Aged Care Course Online

Subcutaneous Injections in Aged Care

AU$49.00

Course Duration: 30 mins
Accessible for: 31 days

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In this course, you will learn about the use of subcutaneous injections to administer a range of medications. You will understand what a subcutaneous injection is and the different types of medications administered using this method. We will discuss your responsibilities and requirements when administering medication via subcutaneous injection and outline the recommended procedure to follow. Lastly, you will learn about side effects and adverse reactions and your role in recognising and responding to these events to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the participant.

After this lesson, you’ll be able to:

  1. Identify what a subcutaneous injection is and what it is used for.
  2. Understand the requirements for disability support professionals associated with administering medication via subcutaneous injections.
  3. Follow the recommended procedures to administer a subcutaneous injection.
  4. Recognise your role as a disability support professional in identifying and responding to incidents and emergencies associated with subcutaneous injections.
  • E-learn (35 min)
  • 5 Resources
    • Diabetes management in aged care: A practical handbook
    • Healthy eating: A guide for older people living with diabetes
    • Managing diabetes as you age: A guide for older people living with diabetes
  • Certificate of completion

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