About this course

This course provides an in-depth understanding of medication administration in healthcare and social care settings. It covers essential legislative frameworks, roles and responsibilities, and medication classifications. Participants will learn about various routes of administration and best practices for handling and storing medications. The course emphasizes the importance of capacity assessment, adherence to the six rights of medication administration, and proper documentation. Additionally, it addresses managing medication refusals, safe disposal practices, and the STOMP initiative aimed at reducing over-medication in individuals with learning disabilities or autism. Guidance on responding to contraindications, allergies, and reporting mistakes is also included.

Learning Objectives

• Identify current legislation, guidelines, policies, and protocols relevant to the administration of medication.

• Understand roles, responsibilities, and boundaries in medication administration within healthcare and social care.

• Classify different types of medicines and understand their legal frameworks.

• Learn various routes of medication administration and safe practice procedures for each.

• Comprehend the importance of capacity assessment and the legal frameworks protecting individuals lacking capacity.

• Master the six rights of medication administration to ensure safe and effective practice.

• Gain skills in proper documentation and record-keeping, including the use of Medication Administration Records (MAR charts).

• Learn how to handle medication refusals and understand the importance of person-centered approaches.

• Understand safe disposal procedures for medications and the importance of reporting mistakes promptly.

On Completing This Course You Will

• Be knowledgeable about legislation and guidelines governing medication administration.

• Understand your roles and responsibilities in the medication administration process.

• Identify and classify different types of medicines and their legal requirements.

• Implement safe practices for various routes of medication administration.

• Assess and support individuals' capacity to consent to or refuse medication.

• Apply the six rights of medication administration in your daily practice.

• Maintain accurate and legal documentation of medication administration.

• Handle medication refusals appropriately and support clients in a person-centered manner.

• Safely dispose of medications and report any administration errors promptly.

This Course Is Suitable For

• Healthcare professionals involved in direct patient care, such as nurses and care assistants.

• Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians responsible for dispensing medications.

• Administrative staff and healthcare aides supporting medication administration activities.

• Social workers and care coordinators working with healthcare teams to support medication adherence.

• Domiciliary care support workers assisting patients with medication administration at home.

• Anyone involved in the management and administration of medication in healthcare and social care settings.