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Medicine Administration for Carers

Rina Matala and Miriam Craske

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

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9 hours

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FutureLearn

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UEA (University of East Anglia)

Instructors

Rina Matala

Miriam Craske

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