Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 22 - CORRECTIONS, CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Part I - Corrections
Chapter 9 - Administration of Medications to Children in Detention Facilities
Section I-913 - Unlicensed Training Curriculum for Medication Administration [Formerly Section 513]

Universal Citation: LA Admin Code I-913

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 9, September 20, 2024

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.

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 37:918(K), and 15:911.

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