3 Hours
- Understand the legal framework for the administration of medication
- Understand the limits and accountability of the role
- Understand the impact of poor practice in the administration of medication
- Communicate the issues effectively and appropriately to your clients regarding medication
- Demonstrate a knowledge of the types of medication and rules for their storage
- Safely administering medication, following written instructions
- State some of the common adverse reactions, and side effects of medication
- Take appropriate action where an error occurs
- Identify the different routes of medication
- Make effective use of medication labels
- Utilise the different aids and materials that are available to aid the administration of medication
- Understand the importance of gaining consent and maintaining confidentiality
- Dispose of medication appropriately
- Understand the importance of keeping up to date and accurate information on the administration of medication
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