Medication
A course for those administering and managing medicines in a care setting
Course Overview
This Medication Training course is aimed at staff who are responsible for the handling, administrating and disposal of medication within a care environment.
The Medication Training will aim to improve the knowledge of the different types of medication, the various routes, the 6 R’s, errors and using correct documentation.
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About this course
The legislative framework for medication administration in social care
Common types of medication, their effects and side effects
The different routes for administration of medicines
Routes to medication
How to promote the individuals rights
How to record legibly and accurately medication records
How and when to report concerns relating to medication
The COURSE training is a half day course – 9:30 – 1:30 or afternoon 12.30 – 4.30 including refreshment breaks.
Refreshments included, hot/cold drinks and biscuits.
The training session is vital for all staff working within a Social Care environment administering or managing any form of medication.
- Legislation
- Common medicines used and side effects
- The 6 R’s
- MAR sheets
- Correct reporting and recording
