CPD-accredited course

Medication Administration

Give medicines safely and confidently, from the six rights, routes, labels and the MAR to storage, disposal, consent and capacity, PRN and controlled drugs, and what to do when something goes wrong.

About 75 minutes
8 modules, 36 lessons
Any device

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What you'll learn

Know the law and guidance on medicines, and what you should and shouldn't do
Recognise the main groups of medicines and side effects to look out for
Apply the six rights every time and read a pharmacy label
Store medicines securely and return unwanted medicines safely
Prevent errors and know what to do if something goes wrong
Complete the Medication Administration Record (MAR) correctly
Follow the rules for covert, "when required", time-critical and controlled medicines

Who this course is for

Carers who help people take their medicines, or who are learning to.

Carers and support workers in care homes and homecare
Senior carers responsible for medication rounds
Staff refreshing their medication training

Course outline

8 modules and 36 lessons, taken in order.

Module 1Introduction5 lessons

Learning Objectives
Importance of Medication Management
Roles and Responsibilities
Medication and the Law
Levels of Support With Medication

Module 2Types of Medication8 lessons

Medication Types
Pain Relief Medications
Antibiotics and Antivirals
Anti-inflammatory Medications
Cardiovascular Medications
Respiratory Medications
Antidepressants and Antianxiety Medications
Gastrointestinal Medications
Module quiz

Module 3Safe Medication Administration10 lessons

The "Six Rights" of Medication
Medication Routes
Oral Route
Sublingual Route
Topical Route
Inhalation Route
Eye Route
Ear Route
Nasal Route
Medication Labels
Module quiz

Module 4Medication Storage and Disposal2 lessons

Storage Requirements
Safe Disposal Practices
Module quiz

Module 5Medication Errors & Reactions3 lessons

Common Medication Errors
Recognising Signs of Adverse Reactions
What To Do If a Medication Error Occurs
Module quiz

Module 6Record Keeping and Documentation2 lessons

Importance of Accurate Documentation
Medication Administration Record
Module quiz

Module 7Medication in Practice5 lessons

Consent, Capacity and Covert Medication
"When Required" (PRN) Medicines
Time-Critical Medicines
Controlled Drugs
Over-the-Counter and Homely Remedies
Module quiz

Module 8Summary1 lesson

Key Learning Points

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