Describe some of the common classifications of medicine that HCAs might assist their clients with.

Identify some side effects of medications that HCAs need to be aware of.

Discuss HCAs assisting with self-medication in client’s private homes.

List the 5 rights of medication administration.

Give a basic definition of ‘self-medication’ and briefly discuss laws related to assisting with self-medication in assisted living facilities.

Describe different routes of medication assistance the CNA is allowed to do and what an HCA might do with their clients.

State which actions a CNA or HCA can legally perform.

Discuss signs of drug abuse or misuse.