Medicine Administration for Carers

On this course you will learn about the underlying principles and procedures of medicine administration. You will consider the legislation and guidance surrounding medicines administration, including requirements for medicines storage and record keeping. You will also learn the 6 ‘Rs’ of medicine administration: right patient, right medicine, right route, right dose, right time and resident’s right to refuse.

Through the course you will learn through articles, videos and discussion - giving you the opportunity to collaborate and learn from other carers.

Week 1- Introduction to Medicines

• Identifying different types of medicines found in care settings
• Considering laws and guidance associated with medicines in care settings

Week 2 - Residential Care

• Considering the ‘Right Resident’, the ‘Residents Right to Refuse’ and the ‘Right Route’ of administration
• Identifying special circumstances for crushing tablets before administration
• Outlining the principles of good glove hygiene and oral hygiene of residents

Week 3 - Medicines Management

• Ensuring the ‘Right Medicine’, ‘Right Dose’ and ‘Right Time’ in relation to administering medicines to residents
• Accurately measuring liquid and topical doses of medicines
• Considering safe medicines storage

Upon completion of the three weeks, and successfully passing the short assessment at the end of the course, you will receive a certificate.