Medication
This course provides carers with essential knowledge of medication management, covering safe administration, accurate recording, and understanding responsibilities to ensure the well-being and safety of individuals in their care.
Course Content
This course is comprised of 28 lessons and 5 quizzes. You can view the course structure by clicking the section headings.
1. Introduction to Medication
- Learning Objectives
- Importance of Medication Management
- Roles and Responsibilities
2. Types of Medication
- Medication Types
- Pain Relief Medications
- Antibiotics and Antivirals
- Anti-inflammatory Medications
- Cardiovascular Medications
- Respiratory Medications
- Antidepressants and Antianxiety Medications
- Gastrointestinal Medications
- Quiz
3. Safe Medication Administration
- The “Six Rights” of Medication
- Medication Routes
- Oral Route
- Sublingual Route
- Topical Route
- Inhalation Route
- Eye Route
- Ear Route
- Medication Labels
- Quiz
4. Medication Storage and Disposal
- Storage Requirements
- Safe Disposal Practices
- Quiz
5. Medication Errors & Reactions
- Common Medication Errors
- Recognising Signs of Adverse Reactions
- What To Do If a Medication Error Occurs
- Quiz
6. Record Keeping and Documentation
- Importance of Accurate Documentation
- Medication Administration Record
- Quiz
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- 50 Minutes
- Access on Any Device
- CPD Accredited
- 28 Lessons
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