616 Medication1
Unit 616 – Administer medication to individuals and monitor the effects.
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Outcome 1
Understand legislation, policy and procedures relevant to the administration of medication
1.1 Identify current legislation, guidelines policies and protocols relevant to the administration of medication
Outcome 2
Know about common types of medication and their use
2.1 Describe common types of medication including their effects and potential side effects
2.2 Identify medication which demands the measurement of specific physiological measurements
2.3 Describe the common adverse reactions to medication, how each can be recognised and the appropriation action(s) required
2.4 Explain the different routes of medicine administration.
Inhalation Inhalers and nebulisers are used for individuals who have respiratory conditions as these deliver the medication directly to the lungs.
Oral This is medication that is taken via the mouth. This can be in the form of tablets and capsules. If an individual finds it difficult to swallow tablets oral medication is also available in liquids, suspensions and syrups. Sublingual medications are for example when tablets are placed under the tongue to dissolve quickly.
Transdermal Transdermal medications come in the form of patches that are applied to the skin normally to the chest or upper arm. They work by allowing the medication to be released slowly and then absorbed. For example, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) patches and nicotine patches. Topical Topical medications come in the form of creams and gels and are applied directly to the skin surface usually to treat skin conditions.
Instillation Instillation medications come in the form of drops or ointments and can be instilled via the eyes, nose or ears. Drops can be used for ear or eye infections. Nose sprays are used for treating for example hay fever.
Intravenous Intravenous medication enters directly into the veins and
Candidate Name:
Assessor Name:
Date:
Outcome 1
Understand legislation, policy and procedures relevant to the administration of medication
1.1 Identify current legislation, guidelines policies and protocols relevant to the administration of medication
Outcome 2
Know about common types of medication and their use
2.1 Describe common types of medication including their effects and potential side effects
2.2 Identify medication which demands the measurement of specific physiological measurements
2.3 Describe the common adverse reactions to medication, how each can be recognised and the appropriation action(s) required
2.4 Explain the different routes of medicine administration.
Inhalation Inhalers and nebulisers are used for individuals who have respiratory conditions as these deliver the medication directly to the lungs.
Oral This is medication that is taken via the mouth. This can be in the form of tablets and capsules. If an individual finds it difficult to swallow tablets oral medication is also available in liquids, suspensions and syrups. Sublingual medications are for example when tablets are placed under the tongue to dissolve quickly.
Transdermal Transdermal medications come in the form of patches that are applied to the skin normally to the chest or upper arm. They work by allowing the medication to be released slowly and then absorbed. For example, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) patches and nicotine patches. Topical Topical medications come in the form of creams and gels and are applied directly to the skin surface usually to treat skin conditions.
Instillation Instillation medications come in the form of drops or ointments and can be instilled via the eyes, nose or ears. Drops can be used for ear or eye infections. Nose sprays are used for treating for example hay fever.
Intravenous Intravenous medication enters directly into the veins and