Antipsychotics and Antidepressants in the Long-Term Care Setting (DHHS Partnership)

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Description

This training is brought to you in partnership between South Piedmont AHEC and North Carolina's Department of Health and Human Services.

Understanding antipsychotics and antidepressants is crucial for healthcare workers in skilled nursing facilities. These medications manage mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and psychosis in older adults. Proper knowledge ensures safe administration, monitoring for side effects, and adjusting treatments as needed.

Online Learning: Antipsychotics and Antidepressants in the Long-Term Care Setting
Welcome to our training module on antipsychotics and antidepressants in the long-term care setting. This course includes engaging recorded presentations and interactive activities. Completion requires passing a post-test. This training module covers various medication options, their potential side effects, and best practices for management and monitoring. By mastering these aspects, healthcare workers can enhance the mental and emotional well-being of residents, ensuring a higher quality of life.

Faculty
Stephanie Ingle, LCSW, CDP, CMNCS

Online Learning Information
Release Date: May 31, 2025
Valid Through: May 31, 2027

Continuing Education Credits
0.10 CEUs
CEUs are expressed in tenths and 0.1 CEU is based off 60 minutes of instruction.

0.5 Contact Hour
1.00 contact hour is based off 60 minutes of instruction.

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Objectives

• Understand medication options: Learn about different antipsychotic and antidepressant medications used in long-term care.
• Recognize side effects: Identify common side effects associated with these medications.
• Implement proper management: Discover best practices for managing and monitoring medication use in residents.
• Ensure resident safety: Apply strategies to minimize risks and ensure the safe use of these medications.
• Promote mental well-being: Support the mental and emotional health of residents through effective medication management.

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