Medicines - Safe Administration of Medication to Children - Level 3

Safe Administration of Medicines to Children - Level 3

Full training resource pack - presentation (in sections) each with its own Learning Activity, Trainer Aides and Handouts. 43 files in total.

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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, including controlled drugs.

Support children in taking their medication, using child-centred communication and encouraging age-appropriate independence.

Maintain accurate and compliant records, including the use of Medication Administration Record (MAR) charts.

Respond appropriately to medication errors, side effects and adverse reactions, following safeguarding and emergency protocols.

Demonstrate understanding of professional roles, responsibilities and boundaries in administering or assisting with medication.

Apply ethical principles and best practices when dealing with complex scenarios such as refusals, covert medication or shared responsibility with families and professionals.

Presentation (106 Slides)
Aims
Objectives
Introduction
Section - Legislation and Guidance Governing Medicines Administration
The Children Act 1989 & 2004
The Medicines Act 1968
The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
The Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014
The Human Medicines Regulations 2012
Accountability and Legal Duty to Protect Children
Linking the Law to Everyday Practice
Reflective Practice – Your Role in Protecting Children
Reflective Practice Prompt Learning Activity
Guidance from National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
Key NICE Guidelines
Care Quality Commission (CQC)
CQC Expectations on Medicines
Applying NICE & CQC Guidance in Practice
Reflective Practice Prompt Learning Activity
Consent and Capacity in Medicines Administration
Understanding Capacity
Gillick Competence & Fraser Guidelines
Applying Consent and Capacity in Practice
Reflective Practice –Consent and Capacity
Section - Types of Medication and their Purpose
Overview
Antibiotics
Antihistamines
Inhalers
Key Points for Practice
Reflective Practice Prompt
Prescription Medicines (POM –Prescription Only Medicines)
Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medicines
Controlled Drugs (CDs)
Reflective Practice Prompt
Routes of Administration
Oral (By Mouth)
Topical (On the Skin)
Inhaled (Through the Lungs)
Mucosal (Eyes, Ears, Nose)
Rectal or Vaginal (Suppositories/Creams)
Transdermal (Patches)
Remember
Section - Safe Storage, Handling and Disposal of Medication
Storage Requirements for Medicines
Disposal Procedures for Expired or Unused Medicines
Reducing the Risk of Contamination or Error
Reflective Practice Prompt
Section - Supporting Children to Take Their Medication
Encouraging Cooperation and Understanding Fears or Resistance
Age-Appropriate Communication Techniques
Promoting Independence While Maintaining Safety
Age-Appropriate Communication Techniques
Reflective Practice Prompt
Section - Record Keeping and Documentation
MAR (Medication Administration Record) Charts
Key Information on a MAR Chart –What Must be Recorded
Best Practice in Completing MAR Charts –Accuracy and Accountability
Electronic MAR (eMAR) Charts
Features of an Effective eMARSystem
Your Responsibilities with eMAR
Limitations and Risks
Reflective Practice Prompt
Record-Keeping and Documentation: The Importance of Accurate, Legible and Timely Entries
Consequences of Poor Record-Keeping
Reflective Practice Prompt
Reporting and Recording Refusals, Errors and Adverse Reactions
Refusals –What to Record and Report
Medication Errors –Definitions and Examples
What to Do in the Event of an Error
Adverse Reactions –Identifying and Acting
Recording and Reporting Adverse Reactions
Why Proper Reporting is Crucial
Reflective Practice Prompt
Section - Identifying and Responding to Adverse Reactions
What Are Side Effects?
What Are Allergic Reactions?
Response to Allergic Reactions
Good Practice for Staff
Emergency Procedures –Responding to a Severe Allergic Reaction (Anaphylaxis)
Know When to Escalate
Good Practice Reminders
Section - Roles and Responsibilities in Medication Administration
Difference Between Administering and Assisting
Scope of Practice for Care Workers vs Healthcare Professionals
Supervision, Delegation and Accountability
Delegation: Level 3 to Level 2 Staff
Delegation: Level 3 to Level 1 Staff
Reflective Practice Prompt
Section - Where to Get Further Information and Resources
Importance of Ongoing Learning
Key National Sources of Guidance
Specialist Organisations and Resources

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