This course provides essential knowledge and practical guidance on the safe and effective administration of medication in care settings. Delegates will gain the knowledge needed to administer medication correctly, support individuals with their own medication, and recognise potential side effects or adverse reactions.
What You Will Learn
During this course, you will gain knowledge of the key principles of medication administration and the different routes and methods used in practice. You will learn how to prepare safely before giving medication and how to administer it in a way that meets the needs of each individual in your care.
The course also covers recognising and responding to common side effects or problems that may occur, as well as the importance of monitoring and recording the effects of medication. This knowledge will help you to promote wellbeing and ensure that safe standards of practice are maintained at all times.
Who Is This Course For?
This training is designed for care staff and professionals who are responsible for, or involved in, the administration of medication. It is suitable for both new staff members seeking to build their knowledge and experienced staff wishing to refresh or update their understanding.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the preparations to be taken prior to administrating medication
- Understand how medication is administered safely and in a way that meets individuals needs
- Understand how to support individuals to administer their own medication
- Understand the procedures to follow when there are problems with the administration of medication
- Understand how the effects of medication are monitored
