Medications Course Details
Medications

Description:
The aim of this course is for the student to understand the legal framework and how the organisation's policies and procedures reflect the legal framework, for safe handling of medicines; to understand the importance of noting and reporting any changes to individuals following administration of medicines; and managers' responsibilities and the implementation of ongoing monitoring of the care worker.
Curriculum:
- Introduction, Aims & Objectives
- Legislation
- Classification of Medication
- Types of Medication
- Prescribing
- Storing Medication Safely
- Safe Disposal of Medication
- Supporting Service Administration
- Supporting Self Administration
- Contra-Indications, Allergies, Overdoses
- The Monitored Dosage System
- Reporting Mistakes
- Maintaining Medication Records
- Recognising & Reporting Changes to the Individual
- Further Learning & Summary