Introduction to the Safe Handling of Medicines

Introduction to the Safe Handling of Medicines

CPD Approved

Course Description:

The “Introduction to the Safe Handling of Medicines” course provides essential knowledge and skills for handling medicines safely. It covers key terminology, roles of personnel involved, different groups of medicines, levels of patient support, infection control measures, label interpretation, and adherence to the “Seven Rights” principles.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

• Understand essential terminology related to the handling of medicines.
• Recognize the roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in the medication process, including relevant legislation and licensing requirements.
• Identify different groups of medicines and their uses.
• Be familiar with various levels of support provided to patients regarding medication administration.
• Understand principles of infection control and the equipment used for safe dispensing.
• Interpret medication labels accurately and maintain proper record-keeping practices.
• Apply the “Seven Rights” principles to ensure safe medication practices.

Target Audience:

This course is suitable for healthcare professionals, caregivers, and anyone involved in handling and administering medicines within healthcare settings.

Advantages:

Completion of this CPD approved course ensures continuous professional development and compliance with medication safety standards. Online training offers flexibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, allowing participants to progress through modules at their own pace.

Course Modules:

1. Introduction to the course (Pass % Required: 70)
2. Terminology explained (Pass % Required: 70)
3. The roles of those involved, legislation and licensing (Pass % Required: 70)
4. Groups of medicines (Pass % Required: 70)
5. Levels of support and routes of entry (Pass % Required: 70)
6. Infection Control and equipment for dispensing (Pass % Required: 70)
7. Label interpretation, record keeping and The Seven Rights (Pass % Required: 70)

Recommended System Requirements:

• Browser: Up-to-date web browser
• Video: Up-to-date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration: 60 minutes (Note: This duration is based on the amount of video content shown and does not account for loading time or thinking time on the questions).