This course builds on concepts from the first term and provides students with foundational skills and knowledge required to transcribe prescriber orders onto forms such as the kardex and the medication administration record (MAR). Students will create and use their own resources to complete tasks accurately and safely on electronic or paper health records. Students will continue to develop their knowledge of the role and responsibility of the health unit coordinator (HUC) to facilitate patient/client admissions, transfers and discharges in the healthcare setting.
Prerequisites
HLUC 1050.
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What you will learn
- Foundations to process on the:
Kardex
Medication Administration Record (MAR):
Pharmacology categories and medications review
New, changed , discontinued prescribed orders
Hold, stat, reordered medications
As needed (PRN), routine/scheduled medication orders
Preprinted orders (PPO)
Related abbreviations and medical terminology to all topics including admission, transfers and discharges.
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61360 |
August 24, 2026 to September 29, 2026 |
Lecture Online |
VCC Broadway Building B | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.