This course builds on concepts from the first term and provides students with foundational skills and knowledge required to transcribe prescriber orders onto forms such as the kardex and the medication administration record (MAR). Students will create and use their own resources to complete tasks accurately and safely on electronic or paper health records. Students will continue to develop their knowledge of the role and responsibility of the health unit coordinator (HUC) to facilitate patient/client admissions, transfers and discharges in the healthcare setting.
Prerequisites
HLUC 1050.
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Foundations to process on the: Kardex Medication Administration Record (MAR): Pharmacology categories and medications review New, changed , discontinued prescribed orders Hold, stat, reordered medications As needed (PRN), routine/scheduled medication orders Preprinted orders (PPO) Related abbreviations and medical terminology to all topics including admission, transfers and discharges.
Course schedules
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How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.