Medication Administration by Health Care Aides in Long-Term Care Facilities

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Project Number:
RA1210-000

Question

  1. What is the comparative clinical effectiveness of medication administration by health care aides versus nurses for adults residing in long-term care?
  2. What is the cost-effectiveness of medication administration by health care aides versus nurses for adults residing in long-term care?
  3. What are the evidence-based guidelines regarding medication administration by health care aides in long-term care settings?

Key Message

No evidence was identified regarding the comparative clinical effectiveness of medication administration by health care aides versus nurses for adults residing in long-term care.

No evidence was identified regarding the cost-effectiveness of medication administration by health care aides versus nurses for adults residing in long-term care.

No evidence-based guidelines were identified regarding medication administration by health care aides in long-term care settings.