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Psychotropic Medicines Appropriate Use Training ResourcesAppropriate Use of Psychotropic Medicines in Adult Social Care Settings Presentation, Handout, Knowledge Check Questions, Trainer Aide Answer Key All files editable. Overall Aim: To ensure psychotropic medicines in adult social care are used safely, ethically and only as a last resort, promoting person-centred care, protecting people s rights and avoiding the inappropriate control of behaviour. Learning Objectives: Explain what psychotropic medicines are and their main types. Recognise when and why they may be used in adult social care. Describe the risks and ethical considerations of psychotropic use. Understand the principles of least restrictive practice and STOMP. Identify staff responsibilities in monitoring, documentation and reporting. Presentation (50 Slides) Aims and Objectives Introduction Common Classes of Psychotropic Medicines Medicines Optimisation Quality Statement What does Inappropriately Controlled Mean In Practice? Psychotropic Use in Dementia Care Antipsychotic U...
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Delegating Medicines Administration Training ResourcesDelegating Medicines Administration in Residential Care - A Guide for Care Staff and Nurses Health and Social Care Teaching/Training Resources All fully editable. Presentation (50 slides) in sections you can choose which sections to use. Aims and Objectives included if you want to use the presentation as it has been written. Comes with 11 Handouts. Overall Aim: To enhance the awareness and understanding of effective medicines administration delegation in residential care homes, emphasising proper delegation practices, determining delegation scopes and ensuring training and competency Learning Objectives: Understand the principles of delegation in the context of medicines administration Identify key criteria for determining what aspects of medicines administration can be delegated Gain insights into the essential training and competency requirements for care staff involved in delegated medicines administration Presentation Aims and Objectives Introduction SECTION - LEGAL AND REGULATO...
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Safe Administration of Medicines to Children Level 1 Training ResourcesEditable Level 1 resource covering safe medication administration for children. Includes a 101 slide presentation, 10 handouts, 10 learning activities and 10 trainer aides. Ideal for induction, refresher training and CPD in children s services and care settings.
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Medication and Feeding Tubes Clinical Training ResourcesHow Enteral Feeding Tubes Affect Medicines - Safe and Effective Practice in Clinical Settings Presentation, Handout, Knowledge Check Questions, Trainer Aide Answer Key. All files editable. Overall Aim: To provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to understand how enteral feeding tubes affect medicines, so they can ensure safe, effective and evidence-based administration of drugs to patients receiving enteral nutrition in line with best practice. Learning Objectives: Understand types and functions of enteral feeding tubes. Recognise how tube feeding affects drug absorption and efficacy. Select appropriate dosage forms for enteral administration. Identify common drug feed interactions. Apply best practices for safe drug administration via feeding tubes. Minimise and manage the risk of tube blockages. Presentation (49 Slides) Aims and Objectives Overview of Enteral Feeding Tubes Indication for Use Practice Context How Tubes Affect Medicines Altered Drug ...
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Medication Safer Practice Beyond MAR Charts Training ResourcesSafer Medication Practice Beyond MAR Charts Strengthening safe medication culture and building cqc inspection ready confidence . Target Audience: Senior Carers | Nurses | Deputies | Medication Leads Presentation, Handouts and Learning Activities. All files editable. Overall Training Aim: To strengthen safe medication systems, documentation standards and leadership oversight so that medication practice is transparent, accountable and inspection-ready. Learning Objectives: Define medication errors and near misses and understand their governance implications. Record medication incidents and administration using clear, objective and factual documentation. Explain and apply the essential components of safe PRN protocols, including evaluation of effectiveness. Identify common medication risks within care settings and how to prevent them. Describe effective medication auditing processes and how findings inform improvement. Recognise the leadership responsibilities required to maintain safe...
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Medication Safe Handling Management Administration Training ResourcesSafe Handling, Administration and Management of Medication Fully comprehensive and detailed presentations covering every aspect of Managing and Safe Handling of Medicines in a Care Setting. The information contained in this training pack meets the standards set by the Care Quality Commission, National Minimum Standards, Outcomes and Standards for adult care settings. Presentation 1 - Introduction to Medicines in a Care Setting (78 Slides) - Slide Titles: Introduction to Medication Definition of the Term Medicine Categories and Types of Medicines Knowledge of Medicines Forms of Medicines Benefits of Medicine Risks associated with medicines Risk Assessments Roles and Responsibilities Presentation 2 - Receiving, Disposing & Storing of Medicines within a Healthcare Setting (101 slides) Slide Titles: Legislation Policies and Procedures Prescribing of Medicines Sources of Medication Record Keeping Storage of Medication Temperature Control Cold storage Storage of Oxygen Disposal of Medicin...
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PRN Medication Training ResourcesPRN Medication Adult Residential and Domiciliary Care Settings (Care Staff, Nurses, Supervisors and Managers) Presentation, Handout, Knowledge Check Questions, Trainer Aide Answer Key All files editable. Overall Aim: To ensure health and social care staff understand how to safely, lawfully and person- centredly manage and administer when required (PRN) medicines in adult social care, in line with CQC guidance, so that people receive the right medicine, at the right time, for the right reason, with appropriate recording, review and safeguarding. Learning Objectives: Define what PRN ( when required ) medicines are and when they are used. Understand CQC expectations for policies and care planning. Identify key information that must be recorded and communicated. Recognise person-centred approaches and alternatives to medicines. Understand how to monitor, review and document PRN use safely. Know when to escalate or contact the prescriber. Presentation (38 Slides) Aims Objectives What Are...
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Ritalin General Awareness Training ResourcesRitalin General Awareness Presentation, Handout, Knowledge Check Questions, Trainer Aide Answer Key All files editable. Overall Aim: To increase awareness and understanding among health and social care staff of Ritalin s use, safe handling, potential side effects and the role of staff in supporting individuals taking it. Learning Objectives: Describe what Ritalin is and why it is prescribed. Recognise key side effects and safety considerations. Understand their role in safe administration and record-keeping. Support individuals taking Ritalin appropriately. Know when and how to report concerns. Presentation (20 Slides) Aim and Objectives What is Ritalin? Indications For Use Administration and Monitoring Side Effects and Adverse Reactions Safe Handling and Storage Supporting Individuals Taking Ritalin Managing Missed Doses or Errors Managing Missed Doses or Errors Real World Scenario Recognising and Preventing Misuse Legal and Ethical Responsibilities Key Takeaways References and Fur...
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Angina Awareness for Care Staff Training ResourcesAngina Awareness, Care Staff, Nurses, Support Workers Presentation, Handout, Knowledge Check Questions, Trainer Aide Answer Key All files editable. Overall Aim: To increase awareness and understanding of angina its causes, symptoms, management and emergency response to ensure safe, effective support for individuals in care settings. Learning Objectives: Explain what angina is, including its main types, common triggers and risk factors. Recognise the signs and symptoms of angina and describe the immediate actions required during an angina episode. Support individuals with angina safely and effectively in health and social care settings, including an understanding of treatment and medication management such as GTN use. Presentation (30 Slides) Aim Objectives Introduction What is Angina? Types of Angina Causes and Risk Factors Signs and Symptoms Recognising an Angina Attack Immediate Actions Medication Awareness Supporting Individuals with Angina Documentation and Communication When To...
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Antibiotic Awareness Training ResourcesPowerPoint Presentation and Word Documents (end of session assessments and handout) Antibiotic Awareness - 52 slides - slide titles: Aims and Objectives Introduction What are Antibiotics? Development of Antibiotics When are Antibiotics Prescribed/ When are Antibiotics Not Prescribed? Forms of Antibiotics Side Effects of Antibiotics Groups of Antibiotics Penicillins Cephalosporins Aminoglycosides Tetracyclines Macrolides Fluoroquinolones Prevention Treatment Surgery At Risk of Bacterial Infections Other Situations Why Antibiotics Should Only Be Taken As Prescribed In General Interactions - Penicillin Interactions - Cephalosporins Interactions - Tetracyclines Interactions - Fluoroquinolones Antibiotic Allergic Reactions Anaphylaxis Heart Problems and Fluoroquinolone General Interactions Antibiotics and Interactions Alcohol - Metronidazole & Tinidazole Alcohol Alcohol Other Antibiotics Contraception Specific Medication Specific Medicines & Aminoglycosides Specific Medicines & Tetracycl...
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Safe Administration of Medication to Children Level 3 Training ResourcesSafe Administration of Medicines to Children - Level 3 Full training resource pack - presentation (in sections) each with its own Learning Activity, Trainer Aide and Handout. 43 files in total. All files editable. You can tailor for specific audiences. Aims and Objectives: Overall Aim: To equip care staff with the knowledge, skills and confidence to safely administer or assist with the administration of medicines to children in residential, domiciliary or similar care settings, in line with current legislation, best practice guidelines and organisationalpolicies, while promoting the rights, dignity and wellbeing of the child. Learning Objectives: Identify key legislation, regulatory guidance and organisational policies relating to the safe administration of medication to children. Recognise different types of medication, their common uses in childrens care and appropriate routes of administration. Describe procedures for the safe storage, handling and disposal of medicines, includin...
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Medication Domiciliary Care Training ResourcesDomiciliary and Home Care - Medication Suitable for domiciliary, home care agencies, personal assistants and training organisations etc. Presentation 1 Safe Handling, Management and Administration of Medication by Carers within Domiciliary Care General Principles Overview (22 slides) Slide Titles: Risk Assessment Promoting Independence Consent Legislation Covert Administration Forced Administration Medication Containers Concerns Types of Support Records Presentation 2 Safe Handling, Management and Administration of Medication by Carers within Domiciliary Care Policy (42 slides) Slide Titles: Scope of a Medication Policy Aims of a Policy Roles and Responsibilities Organisational Responsibilities Support Worker Responsibilities Risk Assessment Medication Reviews Capacity and Consent Standards (England, Wales, Scotland and N.I) Presentation 3 Safe Handling, Management and Administration of Medication by Carers within Domiciliary Care Types Of Support (20 slides) Slide Titles: Level 1 A...
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Medication Legislation and Guidelines Overview Level 2 Training ResourcesSingle 2 page Handout (Word Document) - Medication legislation and Guidelines Overview To supplement Care Certificate Training for care workers new to care home, home care and hospice care. For Care Certificate Module 10 (Health and Safety). HSC Training Link Training Resources for the Health and Social Care Sector
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Healthy Living for People with Type 2 Diabetes Training ResourcesDiabetes - Healthy Living for People with Type 2 Diabetes Presentation, 2 x Handouts, End of Assessment Questions and Trainer Aide Answer Key. All files editable. Overall Aim: To raise awareness of healthy lifestyle choices that help people with type 2 diabetes manage their condition and improve their wellbeing. Learning Objectives: Explain the impact of type 2 diabetes on the body and potential complications. Identify healthy eating principles and practical strategies for blood glucose control. Describe the benefits of regular physical activity and ways to incorporate it into daily life. Recognise the importance of weight management and safe approaches to achieving it. Understand how medicines, monitoring and routine checks support diabetes management. Recognise the role of emotional wellbeing in managing type 2 diabetes. Set realistic, achievable goals to support long-term lifestyle changes. Presentation (37 Slides) Aim and Objectives Understanding Type 2 Diabetes Why Lifestyle Ch...
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Safe Administration of Medication to Children Level 2 Training ResourcesSafe Administration of Medicines to Children - Level 2 Full training resource pack - presentation (in sections) each with its own Learning Activity, Trainer Aide and Handout. 30 files in total. All files editable. Aims and Objectives: Overall Aim: To enable staff working with children in residential or domiciliary care settings to confidently and competently support the safe administration of medication, including carrying out low-risk administration tasks, recording accurately, recognising errors and working within their responsibilities under relevant guidance and legislation. Learning Objectives: Describe their responsibilities and boundaries when supporting or administering medicines at Level 2, including when to seek guidance or escalate concerns. Identify common types and forms of medication used with children and explain appropriate routes of administration. Follow safe procedures for administering or assisting with medicines, applying the '5 Rights' and supporting self-admin...
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Anticoagulants: Safe Administration of Dalteparin and Enoxaparin – Clinical Training ResourcesAnticoagulants: Safe Administration of Dalteparin and Enoxaparin Clinical Training Primary audience includes: Registered Nurses (RN/RGN/RMN) working in: Nursing homes, care homes with nursing, hospitals, community nursing, district nursing, intermediate care, rehabilitation settings, community hospitals Nursing associates, where their employer has authorised them to undertake the activity and they have the required training and competence. Other registered healthcare professionals who have responsibility for administering injectable medicines within their role and local policy. Healthcare professionals involved in medicines administration/clinical care where injectable LMWH is within their scope of practice.
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Medication Level 3 (50 Scenarios) Care Worker ScenariosMedication Level 3 (50 Scenarios) Care Worker Scenarios Editable Word document (27 pages) This practical training resource provides a collection of 50 realistic medication related scenarios designed to help care workers apply Level 3 principles when supporting safe medication practice. Each scenario encourages discussion, reflection and confident decision making when faced with situations where accuracy, clear communication, professional judgement and safe handling of medicines are essential. The document provides trainer guidance, scenario prompts and model responses that support understanding of key responsibilities following medication instructions, checking dosage and timing, recognising errors, reporting concerns, supporting individuals appropriately and maintaining professional boundaries. Ideal for induction, refresher training and CPD, this pack helps staff recognise common medication issues, respond safely, prevent errors, manage misunderstandings and reinforce safe, person...
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Medication Level 1 (50 Scenarios) Care Worker ScenariosMedication Level 1 (50 Scenarios) Care Worker Scenarios Editable Word document (20 pages) This practical training resource provides a collection of 50 realistic medication related scenarios designed to help care workers apply Level 1 principles when supporting safe medication practice. Each scenario encourages discussion, reflection and confident decision making when faced with situations where accuracy, clear communication, professional judgement and safe handling of medicines are essential. The document provides trainer guidance, scenario prompts and model responses that support understanding of key responsibilities following medication instructions, checking dosage and timing, recognising errors, reporting concerns, supporting individuals appropriately and maintaining professional boundaries. Ideal for induction, refresher training and CPD, this pack helps staff recognise common medication issues, respond safely, prevent errors, manage misunderstandings and reinforce safe, person...
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Domiciliary Care - Medication Support Types5 page handout. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BUY THIS IF YOU ARE BUYING THE FULL DOMICILIARY MEDICATION PACK Domiciliary Care Medication Types of Support Overview When can support be offered? Levels of support Level 1 - Assisted Self-Medication and permitted/excluded tasks Level 2 - Supervised or Physically Assisted Self-Medication and permitted/excluded tasks Level 3 - Complete Medicines Management and permitted/excluded tasks Forms of medication suitable for Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 support Specialist Tasks Editable Word Document
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Status Epilepticus Clinical3 Page Handout (Word Document). Status Epilepticus CLINICAL Introduction Criteria Treatment Overview Medical Emergency - Importance of Calling and Ambulance/Seeking Medical Attention Initial treatment for generalised convulsive status epilepticus If the person with convulsive status epilepticus does not have an individualised emergency management plan immediately available If convulsive status epilepticus does not respond to the first dose of benzodiazepine: If convulsive status epilepticus does not respond to 2 doses of a benzodiazepine, give any of the following medicines intravenously as a second-line treatment If convulsive status epilepticus does not respond to the second-line treatment options tried, consider the following third-line options under expert guidance References Other resources are also available for epilepsy - use the website search bar. Some resources are generic, others targeted specifically for healthcare professionals. HSC Training Link Training Resources for ...
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Medication Level 2 (50 Scenarios) Care Worker ScenariosMedication Level 2 (50 Scenarios) Care Worker Scenarios Editable Word document (25 pages) This practical training resource provides a collection of 50 realistic medication related scenarios designed to help care workers apply Level 2 principles when supporting safe medication practice. Each scenario encourages discussion, reflection and confident decision making when faced with situations where accuracy, clear communication, professional judgement and safe handling of medicines are essential. The document provides trainer guidance, scenario prompts and model responses that support understanding of key responsibilities following medication instructions, checking dosage and timing, recognising errors, reporting concerns, supporting individuals appropriately and maintaining professional boundaries. Ideal for induction, refresher training and CPD, this pack helps staff recognise common medication issues, respond safely, prevent errors, manage misunderstandings and reinforce safe, person...
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Medication Level 2 (50 Scenarios) Care Worker ScenariosMedication Level 2 (50 Scenarios) Care Worker Scenarios Editable Word document (25 pages) This practical training resource provides a collection of 50 realistic medication related scenarios designed to help care workers apply Level 2 principles when supporting safe medication practice. Each scenario encourages discussion, reflection and confident decision making when faced with situations where accuracy, clear communication, professional judgement and safe handling of medicines are essential. The document provides trainer guidance, scenario prompts and model responses that support understanding of key responsibilities following medication instructions, checking dosage and timing, recognising errors, reporting concerns, supporting individuals appropriately and maintaining professional boundaries. Ideal for induction, refresher training and CPD, this pack helps staff recognise common medication issues, respond safely, prevent errors, manage misunderstandings and reinforce safe, person...
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Oxygen Health and Safety in Residential Care Training ResourcesOxygen in Care Settings Awareness PowerPoint presentations and Word documents. The pack looks at different situations when oxygen is used, safety aspects, risk assessment, storage, transporting, emergency situations, etc. and is suitable for all staff and carers. Presentation 1 - Oxygen Therapy Awareness (32 slides) (with end of session written assessment and session hand-out) - Slide Titles: Aims and Objectives Introduction Aim of Oxygen Therapy Emergency Oxygen Therapy Therapeutic Oxygen Therapy Oxygen Therapy Variables Oxygen Therapy Administration Prescribing Oxygen Therapy Responsibilities Emergency Situations Long Term 02 Therapy (LTOT) Short Burst O2 Therapy PRN (As Required) Therapy Assessment for O2 Therapy Oxygen and Medication Records Discharge from Hospital Storage of Oxygen Transporting Oxygen Vehicles Transporting a Person Using Oxygen Transport via Car/Taxi Transport Warning Sticker End of Session Assessment References Presentation 2 Oxygen in a Care Setting Awareness...
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Care of the Deceased and Personal Care after Death Training ResourcesCare of the Deceased and Personal Care after Death Awareness (residential care/nursing homes, domiciliary care) - health and social care training resources. PowerPoint presentation, PDF version of presentation and Word Document handouts. Presentation (in sections) - 77 slides: Aims and Objectives Introduction Responsibilities for Care of the Deceased Last Offices/Care after Death Care after Death What does Care after Death Include? Appropriate and Sensitive Care Family/Next of Kin Policy and Procedures Care Plans Death Relevant Legislation First Aid Health and Safety Terminology DISCOVERING A PERSON WHO HAS DIED Expected Death Expected Death - Responsibilities Funeral Costs Care after Death Coroner Involvement Safeguarding Responsibilities Policies and Procedures Responsibility for Care after Death Referrals to the Coroner Coroner Referral - Domiciliary Care Coroner Referral Verification of Death Medical Certificate of the Cause of Death Process of Issuing a Death certificate Commun...
