Assist with Medication
Assist with Medication is our most popular course.
We start by discovering what
medications are, medication safety, different types and how they
affect the body, delivery systems, and use of dosage admin aids. We learn how important it is to administer from manufacturer’s instructions. We go through scope of
practice, infection prevention and control and medication legislation. We also
cover how to find good medicines information.
Some of the competencies achieved during class are:
- NDIS Code of Conduct, Practice Standards and High Intensity Skill Descriptors
- Understanding the regulation of medications in South Australia and the role of the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA)
- Developing an understanding of medications including over the counter and prescribed preparations
- Developing an understanding of how medications affect the body
- Recognising, taking appropriate action and reporting any adverse or allergic reactions
- Having practical knowledge of the different formulations and routes
- Having a basic knowledge of key medication effects and side-effects
- Medication Authority
- The role of consent in the administration of medication
- The difference between self-administration, prompting and administration of medication based on legislation and organisational policy
- Developing an understanding of the risks and responsibilities relating to medication administration
- Expiry dates and the disposal
- Knowing how to use the Rights of Medication to diminish risk and maintain the principles of medication safety
- Understanding the role and importance of documentation and record-keeping including incident observation and reporting
There
are two practicals for this session:
- Checking medication from the Dose Administration Aid against the Medication Authority using three checks
- Pouring liquid to 10mls
Length of course: 4hr or 7hr
*Cost: $1050 or $1500
To book:
Contact our Training Coordinator at admin@yourlearningportal.com.au to organise
group based client specific classes
*2024 Fee schedule: This cost includes a face-to-face training session for up to 10
staff, held at either our City or Hills premises.
Includes practical and theory components onsite. For more information on the Fee Schedule, please contact the Training Coordinator