Question

What are the pros and cons for using medication aides in AL, even in dementia units?

Answer 1

Medication side are Certified Nurse Aide whose particular task is involved around medication.

They play am important role in Assisted living and with dementia client

Pros:

*measure and administer medication

*Monitor each patient for allergic reactions

*Make sure the dementia patient has swallowed the given medication

* Helping dementia patient with their use of medication

* They report any adverse reactions to charge nurse

Cons:

*They are not allowed for skilled nursing

*Can handle stable patient

*They are restricted for certain patients and medication

* Have a less nursing education