Medication Management (Accredited E-Learning)

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT (Accredited E-Learning)

This course will enable you to implement the medicines related aspects of the National Service Framework for Older people as well as fulfilling the requirements of the National Minimum Standards.

The course is also relevant to those not directly involved in medicine administration but who would like a more in-depth awareness of the pros & cons of the role of medicines.

This course is accredited by the CPD Standard and can be used as an evidence to update your CPD.

Learning Outcomes

Understand your legal & professional obligations in the administration of medicines
Identify the issues involved to establish a safe & effective medication system Understand the reasons why medication is manufactured in different forms
Learn about the most common causes of drug errors
Discuss the measures needed to receive & store medication
Describe the process involved in obtaining a valid consent to treatment
State the key points involved in the safe administration of medicines
List commonly used medicines & their effects
Identify common side-effects and interactions
Clarify the records that need to be maintained for effective audit
Understand commonly used medical terms
Find out how complimentary therapies react with conventional medications.

Duration:
60 Minutes Online

Refresher Requirements:
Refreshed in accordance with your company guidelines, local and national authoritative guidelines and any regulatory requirements