Medication Calculation Testing Guidelines
Safe and accurate medication administration is a critical competency in nursing practice. To ensure student readiness for clinical responsibilities, all Practical Nursing students at Ogeechee Technical College are required to demonstrate proficiency in medication calculation each semester by passing a standardized Medication Calculation Exam.
Overview
Students must achieve a minimum score of 90% on the Medication Calculation Exam to meet clinical readiness requirements. This exam must be successfully completed prior to the administration of any medications in clinical settings.
Remediation and Attempt Process
- First Attempt
Administered at the start of each Adult Health Nursing Course
Students who score below 90% must complete self-directed remediation before retesting.
Self-directed remediation will be guided by course faculty.
- Second Attempt
Administered after self-remediation.
Students who fail the second attempt will be required to complete faculty-guided remediation, which may include assignments, practice problems, and/or tutoring sessions.
- Third Attempt
If a score of 90% is not achieved on the third (3rd) attempt, the student has not proven competency in safe med administration and drug calculations.
The student may not be permitted to progress in the Practical Nursing program and may be required to withdraw from any co-requisite courses for the remainder of the semester. In such cases, the student must follow all program readmission requirements.