Variant of the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2021 Version 1.0 for Primary groupings
- 10 - Health and related fields
- 51. - Health professions and related programs
- 51.26 - Health aides/attendants/orderlies
51.2603 - Medication aide
This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to administer prescribed medications; observe and report patient reactions and side effects; and perform related emergency and recording duties under the supervision of nurses and/or physicians. These programs include courses in basic anatomy and physiology, common medications and their effects, taking vital signs, oxygen administration, medication administration and application, record keeping, and patient observation.
Illustrative example(s)
- medication aide
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