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Keep Your Medical Training Up-To-Date with Atkinson’s

Every year people who work in the medical field must complete a certain number of training hours to ensure that they are up to date on the certifications and licenses required to practice medicine in the state of Florida. In fact, many individuals also decide to take additional courses so that they can advance their career. Whether you hope to become a certified medication technician, a long-term care nurse, or further your career in the medical field, there are several classes that you can take to help you improve your skills and gain additional job responsibilities.

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Spencer At Home Medication Dispenser
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When it comes to patient care, safety is a top priority, especially when they are taking multiple medications at home. Even with the diligence and expertise of doctors, pharmacists, and caretakers, there is always the risk that patients will miss taking their medication and caretakers or pharmacists will not know about it early enough.

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The Importance of Starting Probiotics Early When Administering Antibiotics

Antibiotics might be designed to help defend your body against harmful pathogens, but they can also kill the good bacteria in your gut. When all of the good bacteria in your gut is gone, your body can quickly succumb to fast-growing Candida and other harmful pathogens that can wreak havoc on your small intestine and other internal organs. Fortunately, probiotics can help to combat the harmful side effects of long-term antibiotic treatments.

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New Requirements on Psychoactive Drugs in Skilled Nursing Homes

Because of general “aging” of America’s population, the proportion of individuals who need long-term care is expected to increase, meaning that more and more people will be seeking care in senior living settings such as skilled nursing homes or assisted living facilities. In order to provide a specific standard of care for each person’s unique requirements, facilities have requirements for how to fulfill that care, especially as it relates to dispensing medications. Long-term care pharmacies also have regulations they must follow, but there are some new regulations in the pharmacy services section pertaining to the oversight of psychoactive drugs.

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