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Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care (RQF) TQUK

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Content Overview

30 topics in 5 modules

  1. ☑️ Understanding Medication and Prescription 7 topics
    • Definitions and terms in medication
    • Classification of medicine
    • The roles and responsibilities in the use of medication
    • Legislation and guidance on medication
    • Interpreting prescriptions and medication instructions
    • The principles of valid consent
    • Accuracy in the supply of medication
  2. ☑️ Safe Administration of Medication 7 topics
    • Preparing for the administration of medication
    • Processes for administering medication
    • Procedures for topical, oral and inhaled medication
    • Managing the side effects and reactions to medication
    • Protocols for missed or refused medication
    • Correct disposal of medication
    • Procedures for handling, receiving and storing medication
  3. ☑️ Understanding the Requirements for the Safe Handling of Medicines 6 topics
    • Roles of individuals in relation to medication
    • The process and principles of handling medicines
    • Procedures for obtaining, storing, administering and disposing of medicines
    • Legal classification of medicines
    • Requirements in record keeping and recording
    • Risks and complications, and how to avoid and report them
  4. ☑️ Values and Ethics Relating to Medication Administration 5 topics
    • Respect for the individual's rights in relation to medication
    • Upholding the individual's dignity and privacy during medication administration
    • Understanding confidentiality in relation to medication
    • The importance of consent in medication administration
    • Understanding the individual's freedom of choice in medication
  5. ☑️ Medication Specific Legislation and Guidance 5 topics
    • Understanding the Human Medicines Regulations
    • The Misuse of Drugs Act
    • The Health and Social Care Act
    • codes of Practice relating to handling medication
    • Medicines: standards for prescribing, dispensing, administering

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