What types of medications can be administered under a category 1 medical certification?

Individuals holding a Category 1 Medication Administration Certification are trained to administer certain types of medications, particularly topical and oral medications. This classification is intended for those who may not require extensive training or the ability to administer more complex forms of medication, such as injectable or intravenous therapies. Topical medications can include creams, ointments, and lotions applied directly to the skin, while oral medications encompass tablets, capsules, liquids, and any other form intended for ingestion.

The focus of the certification is to ensure that caregivers provide safe and effective medication administration within a defined framework that prioritizes basic medication types that are easier to manage and monitor for effects and side effects. This is why options that imply administration of injectable medications or all forms of medications—including advanced administrations such as intravenous—are not applicable under a Category 1 certification, as these typically require more advanced training and knowledge.