Course Code: REL-ACU-0-PRADE
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Explain the types of adverse drug events (ADEs), including preventable, nonpreventable, potential, and ameliorable ADEs.
Explain the risk factors, reporting mechanisms, and interventions that contribute to preventing and reducing adverse drug events.
Identify evidence-based strategies to prevent medication-related harm associated with errors.
Outline:
Section 1: Adverse Drug Events
About This Course
Adverse Events Involving Drugs
What Is an ADE?
Preventable ADEs
Nonpreventable ADEs
Potential ADEs
Medication Errors
Ameliorable ADEs
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Recognizing ADEs
Signs and Symptoms of ADEs
Immunologic (Allergic) Reactions
Nonimmunologic Reactions
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: ADE Reporting
Why Is ADE Reporting Important?
Reporting Leads to Improvements
ADE Reporting Mechanisms
Internal ADE Capturing and Reporting
External Reporting
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: ADE Risk Factors and Prevention
Avoiding Preventable Adverse Drug Events
Human-Level Risks
Human Factors
Health History
The Six Rights of Medication Administration
Error-Prone Abbreviations
Closed-Loop Communication
Drug-Related Factors
Look-Alike, Sound-Alike (LASA) Drugs
High-Alert Medications
Medication Formulations
Interventions for Preventing Drug-Related ADEs
Technology and ADE Prevention
Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS)
Barcode Medication Administration (BCMA)
Smart Pumps
Patient-Related Factors
Health Literacy and Communication Barriers
Age-Related Changes
Patient Education
National Action Plan for Adverse Drug Prevention
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Information
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Eric Hutto, DNP
Eric is a graduate of the University of South Florida School of Nursing and has experience in various clinical settings, including critical care and obstetrics. He earned his Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Georgetown University, where he was recognized as a Pellegrino Student Scholar for his research in clinical bioethics. Eric also completed a fellowship at Duquesne University, which focused on applying genomics in nursing practice. His experiences drive his commitment to improving health outcomes for underserved populations, particularly Black Americans, through advocacy and evidence-based practices.
Writer: Rebecca Smallwood, MBA, RN
Rebecca Smallwood, MBA, RN is a curriculum design professional with more than 30 years of experience spanning clinical practice, organizational development, and online education. She is a licensed RN and holds an MBA with a specialization in Healthcare Administration. Her career includes leadership roles in acute care hospitals, public health, and higher education. As a Curriculum Designer in the Acute Care vertical at Relias, she leads a high-performing team of writers in producing accredited CE, regulatory, and compliance content for healthcare professionals. She brings expertise in healthcare quality, infection control, instructional design, adult learning, and content development to advance organizational goals and improve learner outcomes.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Advanced Practice Nurses; Medical Providers; Nursing Personnel; Pharmacists; in the following settings: Ambulatory Care, Clinics: Primary Care, Clinics: Rural Health, Hospitals: Acute, Hospitals: Critical Access (CAHs).
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.