Module VIII: Let’s Talk About Errors

This module introduces school nurses and trained school personnel to the importance of recognizing and responding to common errors that can occur during medication administration in school settings. You’ll learn how to identify and address issues such as medication errors, documentation mistakes, and needle stick injuries.

You’ll also explore practical steps for correcting records, reporting incidents, and responding to exposure risks — all with a focus on maintaining safety, accountability, and compliance with DC Health protocols.

Target Audience

This training has been designed for:

Learning Objectives

Through this course, participants will learn:

  • Identify the most common types of medication-related errors in school settings

  • Recognize potential causes and consequences of documentation mistakes

  • Describe how to properly correct errors in student medical records

  • Understand the risks associated with needle stick injuries, including exposure to bloodborne pathogens

  • Follow appropriate steps to report and respond to medication and injury-related incidents

  • Promote a culture of safety and accountability in school health practices

Course summary
Course opens: 
07/18/2025
Course expires: 
07/18/2030
Part of: 
Administration of Medication Training (AOM)
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Required Hardware/Software

High-Speed Internet Connection

Adobe Reader for PDF file download

Browser

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  • The Internet Explorer browser is not recommended as it is no longer supported by Microsoft.