Medicines - Safe Administration of Medication to Children - Level 2

Safe 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.

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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-administration where appropriate.

Maintain accurate and timely records, including completing MAR charts correctly and reporting any refusals or errors.

Recognise and respond to side effects, allergic reactions and medication errors, in line with workplace procedures.

Work within relevant legal, ethical and regulatory frameworks, including workplace policies and national guidance (e.g. NICE, CQC, Ofsted).

Presentation (143 Slides)
Aims
Objectives
Introduction
Today's Focus
Section - Introduction to Medication Support in Care Settings
Understanding Your Role and Responsibilities at Level 2
Importance of Safe Medication Practices
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Accountability
Duty of Care and Professional Judgement
Section - Types of Medication
Prescription Medicines
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medicines
Controlled Drugs
Common Types of Medication
Forms of Medication
Routes of Administration
Basic Pharmacology Concepts
Medication Information Leaflet
Section - Recognising the Role of Consent and Communication
Consent –What it Means in Practice
Parental Consent
Child's Consent
Mental Capacity and Consent
Respecting Children’s Rights and Preferences
Communicating Effectively
Age-Appropriate Language
Reassure and Encourage Questions
Supporting Complex Communication Needs
Handling Conflict or Refusal
Emergency Situations
Maintaining Privacy
Encouraging Independence
Respecting Preferences
Empathy and Respect
Cultural Sensitivity
Key Reminders
Section - The '5 Rights' of Medication Administration
The '5 Rights'
Right Child
Right Medicine
Right Dose
Right Time
Right Route
Section - Supporting Self-Administration of Medication
Supporting Self-Administration of Medication
Encouraging Independence Where Appropriate
How to Assist Without Taking Control
Support Plans
Moving Between Assisted and Independent Use
When and How to Intervene Safely
Section - Safe Storage and Handling of Medicines
Safe Storage Practices
Stock Control Responsibilities
Temperature Logs and Expiry Checks
Medicine Audit Processes
Controlled Drugs
Handling Controlled Drugs (CDs) Safely
Level 2 Responsibilities with Controlled Drugs
Section - Recording and Documentation
Importance of Accurate Timely Records
What is a MAR Chart?
How to Fill Out a MAR Chart Correctly
Correcting Mistakes on the MAR Chart
What If There Is No MAR Chart?
If There is No MAR Chart
No MAR Chart
Reporting Errors or Refusals
Medication Error –What to Do
Medication Refusals –What to Do
Instructions on a MAR Unclear or Missing
Instructions on a MAR Unclear or Missing - What to Do
Remember
Electronic MAR Charts (eMAR)
Key Benefits of eMAR Charts
Using an eMARSystem: What Level 2 Staff Need to Know
Points to Remember
Section - Recognising and Responding to Medication Errors or Reactions
Common Side Effects in Children
Important Note
Signs of Allergic Reactions or Overdose
What to Do in the Event of an Allergic Reaction or Severe Side Effect
Medication Errors
What to Do in the Event of a Medication Error
Section - Policies, Procedures and National Guidance
National Guidance
How National Guidance Shapes Local Policy
Examples of Influence
Why This Matters in Your Role
CQC
What Does the CQC Look For During Inspections?
Key Areas of Medication Focus for CQC
How CQC Findings Impact Your Role
Relevant Regulations (Law)
Why Workplace Policies Matter
How to Find Your Workplace Medication Policy
How to Read a Policy
Applying the Policy in Practice
Section - Boundaries of the Level 2 Role
Boundaries
What Are the Boundaries of a Level 2 Role?
Increased Autonomy, Same Accountability
Tasks That May Still Be Out of Scope
Clinical Decisions x
Escalating Appropriately
Key Messages to Remember
Where to Find Further Information


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Learning Activities x 10
Trainer Aides x 9

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