Administer Medication & Monitor Effects - Core

RQF Level 3

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About the course

Participants learn safe practices for administering medication and monitoring its effects, focusing on compliance, accuracy, and patient care.

What will you learn

  • Understand Medication Types and Administration Methods
  • Develop Competence in Safe Medication Handling
  • Acquire Knowledge of Legal and Ethical Standards
  • Enhance Skills in Monitoring and Responding to Side Effects
  • Strengthen Documentation and Communication Abilities

Course content

Understanding different types of medication and their physical forms (tablets, liquids, topical, inhalers, injections, etc.).

Overview of the relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the administration of medication in healthcare settings.

Best practices for handling, administering, and storing medication safely to avoid errors and ensure patient safety.

Introduction to how medications work in the body, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.

Detailed instruction on various techniques for administering medication, including oral, intravenous, intramuscular, and subcutaneous routes.

How to monitor patients after administration, recognize side effects, and what actions to take in response to adverse reactions.

Proper documentation practices for administering medication, including how to maintain accurate records in line with legal and professional standards.

Effective communication strategies with patients and healthcare teams to ensure clarity in the medication administration process.

Discussing the ethical aspects of medication administration, including patient consent and confidentiality.

How are you assessed?

“This qualification requires an assessment of both competence and knowledge. Throughout your Level 3 course, you will be assessed through a variety of methods:– Assignment / workbook – Direct observations of you carrying out work-related tasks – Supplying us with work product evidence.

Who is this course for?

Carers and support workers who are responsible for managing medications including handling, administration and storage

Entry requirements

Must work in Care sector

Bespoke option

Our bespoke courses are crafted for your team’s specific needs and delivered on-site, right at your workplace!

Enjoy the convenience of customised training that’s directly relevant to your industry, while fostering teamwork and saving costs by training multiple employees at once.

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Course summary:
Price

£300

Price *

£300

Duration

3 hrs

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RQF Level

3

RQF Level *

3

Accredited by

TQUK

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No

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