HLTHPS007 Administer and monitor medications

HLTHPS007
Administer and monitor medications
Release 1

Final assessment tasks

Part A – Questions

Purpose

You will demonstrate a sound knowledge of the unit requirements in your responses.

Instructions to the candidate

All questions must be answered satisfactorily for Part A to be completed satisfactorily.

There is no restriction on the length of the question responses, or time restriction in completing the assessment.

You must complete all questions unassisted by the assessor or other personnel, but may refer to reference material as needed.

Resources required

The question responses section is the only resource required for this questioning assessment to be completed.

Assessment conditions

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace with the addition of simulations and scenarios where the full range of contexts and situations has not been provided in the workplace. The following aspects of the performance evidence must have been demonstrated using simulation prior to demonstration in the workplace or with members of the general public and where state/territory legislation prevents this practice in the workplace:

• Calculated medications with 100% accuracy and used the rights of medication and standard precautions to administer medication

The following conditions must be met for this unit:

• Use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

­ placebo medication, administration equipment, charts and documentation

­ individualised plans

­ workplace policies and procedures

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

In addition, assessors must be a registered nurse or registered enrolled nurse or registered Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioner.

Reasonable adjustment

If you do not wish to respond to the questions in written form, an interview may be used as an alternative approach if negotiated with your assessor.

Question 1

Provide examples of three medications and identify the body system and disorder they treat.

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 2

List the name, purpose and expected effects of twenty different common medications used in your area of work to treat disorders, including at least three major disorders. Include prescribed and over the counter medications and treatment.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 3

List the contraindications of twenty different common medications used in your area of work. Include prescribed and over the counter medications.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 4

What does the term pharmacodynamics refer to? Identify the key focus of a psychodynamic explanation of a drug type and explain the difference between an agonist and an antagonist drug in their biological and effects.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 5

Define the term pharmacokinetics. Explain how the process of absorption and the action in the body over a period of time can vary between medications.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 6

Explain the term pharmacotherapeutics and provide examples of the therapeutic or adverse effects of four commonly used medications.

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q Unsatisfactory

Question 7

Give three examples of potential reactions to medications that you might observe in a person, including anaphylactic reaction, contraindications for use and consequences for incorrect use.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 8

When is the appropriate time to report a potential risk related to a medication to your supervisor and what are two potential risks related to medication?

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Question 9

Why is it important to confirm a person’s identity and whether any allergies exist before administering medication? What document is key to this process?

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Question 10

Explain the difference between Schedule 2, 3, 4 and 8 medicines.

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Question 11

Why is it important to understand the job role and responsibilities of those administering medications and to identify the limits of your job role?

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Question 12

Provide an example of one organisational, one legislative, one regulatory and one professional standard to follow when preparing to administer medication.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 13

Identify the Commonwealth, state and territory legislation concerning the administration of medication. Reference the drugs and poisons Act in your state or territory.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 14

Why is it necessary to refer to the Commonwealth, state and territory disability services Acts when referring to the administration of medication?

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q Satisfactory

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Question 15

What is the purpose of the Aged Care Act 1997 and two examples of ways it relates to the administration of medication?

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q Satisfactory

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Question 16

What organisational and regulatory frameworks exist to clarify your job role and the limitations of your role, when assisting with medication administration?

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Question 17

What are three checks that should be made to equipment to make sure they are ready for use?

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Question 18

How does correct hand washing limit cross infection?

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Question 19

Provide three examples of when wearing gloves would be a recommended strategy for limiting cross infection in the course of your work.

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Question 20

Explain three ways that infection can be spread when administering medication.

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Question 21

Explain the work health and safety requirements for preventing the spread of infection.

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Question 22

Describe what is meant by standard precautions and additional precautions.

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Question 23

Describe three examples of organisational procedures and legal requirements that exist for different medication routes and identify the key document for confirming a medication administration route.

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Question 24

For each of the following medication routes, provide an example of the consequences of incorrect use:

a) Aural

b) Insulin by sub-cutaneous injection using pre-loaded syringes or pens

c) Intranasal

d) Ocular

e) Oral

f) Rectal

g) Topical (including transdermal)

h) Vaginal

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 25

Explain the purpose of documentation for the administration of medication.

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q Satisfactory

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Question 26

Give an example of how the following forms of medication should be handled and administered: capsules, drops, inhalants, liquid, lotion and cream, ointments, patches, powder, tablets, wafers, pessary and suppository.

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Question 27

How should capsules, drops, inhalants, liquid, lotion and cream, ointments, patches, powder, tablets, wafers, pessaries and suppositories be stored?

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Question 28

Explain the term ‘duty of care’. How is duty of care important when checking the person’s medication?

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Question 29

Prior to administering a medication, what five behavioural and five physical changes might be observed in a client that indicates the need to report to a supervisor?

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Question 30

Identify two sources of information about medication incompatibilities and contraindications. Explain the incompatibility of the medications warfarin and aspirin.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 31

Explain the incompatibility of some medications with nutrient absorption.

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q Satisfactory

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Question 32

Explain the incompatibility of some medications with the person’s exposure to sunlight.

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Question 33

Explain the possible incompatibility of a drug used to treat an infection with some medications for the treatment of other conditions.

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q Unsatisfactory

Question 34

Some medications are incompatible and are contraindicated. Explain the incompatibility of alcohol and some medications.

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q Unsatisfactory

Question 35

Explain what is meant by the term the ‘rights of medication’.

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Question 36

Explain the role of medication charts, and related procedures for using them.

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Question 37

Give an example of an error that may occur in the documentation requirements for the administration of medication. Explain the potential impact of that error.

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q Satisfactory

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Question 38

Explain how each of the following factors can affect the action of some drugs. Give an example for each of the following factors:

• Age

• Disease

• Processes

• Nutrition

• Hydration

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q Satisfactory

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Question 39

Make a list of ten possible acute and delayed adverse reactions that may occur in a person as a result of a medication.

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Question 40

Describe how to respond to anaphylactic shock.

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Question 41

Explain two reasons why a person may experience drug toxicity (adverse effects of chemicals on the organs of the body).

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Question 42

What is an example of an organisation’s procedure for the safe and appropriate disposal of out-of-date medication?

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Question 43

Outline the infection control strategies for the storage and disposal of used medication equipment and containers.

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Question 44

Provide examples of three procedures for maintaining supplies that will ensure medication aids and supplies do not run out.

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Question 45

Explain why it is necessary to have organisational procedures in place for storage of medication charts, care plans and treatment sheets.

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Question 46

Identify three ways you can prepare a person for a medication administration procedure.

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Question 47

List three things that should be accurately explained to a person to prepare them for the administration of medication.

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Question 48

Explain the legal requirements for delegation of administration of medications and the main difference in role responsibility between a delegating professional and a care worker who is administering medication.

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q Unsatisfactory

Question 49

Outline the appropriate emergency response for acute and delayed adverse reactions to medications.

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q Unsatisfactory

Question 50

Explain the medication storage procedure required through privacy legislation and for own job role and responsibility.

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q Unsatisfactory

Question 51

What guidelines need to be followed to record changes in a person’s condition?

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q Satisfactory

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Question 52

For each of the following medication groups, identify the body system that is targeted when using it in treatment:

• Corticosteroids

• Antihypertensives

• Antidepressents

• Medication for diabetes

• Chemotherapy

• Bisphosphonates

• Bronchodilators

• Antacids

• Diuretics

Answer

 

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 53

Explain the general effect of the following medications on the most relevant body system and the major disorder they treat:

• Antibiotics

• Beta blockers

• Corticosteroids

• Chemotherapy

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 54

Identify at least five nonverbal symptoms of pain.

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q Satisfactory

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Question 55

Provide two reasons why care workers with medication administration responsibilities should confirm the purpose and function of prescribed medication from care plans and delegating health professionals.

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Question 56

Calculate the number of tablets required if the required dose for a person is 200 mg every six hours. The stock dose is in 100 mg tablets.

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Assessor to complete

Feedback

All questions must be satisfactorily answered by the candidate as per the marking guide in the Trainer’s and assessor’s guide. The questioning assessment has been confirmed:

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Please include recommendations for future training / action in cases where the candidate has not satisfactorily achieved all criteria:

Declaration

I declare that this questioning assessment has been conducted as per the training organisation’s assessment procedures and the instructions provided for this assessment task, and that I have provided appropriate feedback to the candidate.

Assessor name

 

Assessor signature

 

Date marked

 

Part B – Case study questions

Purpose

You will demonstrate a sound knowledge of the unit requirements in your responses.

Instructions to the candidate

All questions must be answered satisfactorily for Part B to be completed satisfactorily.

There is no restriction on the length of the question responses, or time restriction in completing the assessment.

You must complete all questions unassisted by the assessor or other personnel, but may refer to reference material as needed.

Resources required

The question responses section is the only resource required for this section to be completed.

Assessment conditions

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace with the addition of simulations and scenarios where the full range of contexts and situations has not been provided in the workplace. The following aspects of the performance evidence must have been demonstrated using simulation prior to demonstration in the workplace or with members of the general public and where state/territory legislation prevents this practice in the workplace:

• Calculated medications with 100% accuracy and used the rights of medication and standard precautions to administer medication

The following conditions must be met for this unit:

• Use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

­ placebo medication, administration equipment, charts and documentation

­ individualised plans

­ workplace policies and procedures

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

In addition, assessors must be a registered nurse or registered enrolled nurse or registered Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioner.

Reasonable adjustment

If you do not wish to respond to the questions in written form, an interview may be used as an alternative approach if negotiated with your assessor.

Candidate to complete

Candidate name

 

Date of assessment

 

Assessment declaration

I declare that no part of this assessment has been copied from another person’s work, except where clearly noted on documents or work submitted.

I declare that no part of this assessment has been written for me by another person. I understand that plagiarism is a serious offence that may lead to disciplinary action by my training organisation.

Candidate signature

 

Read the case study, then answer the questions that follow.

Case study (questions 1–3)

Tori is a care worker in an aged care residence. It is her first day after induction. Tori has been instructed to provide support for Velma, who is 89 years old. Velma has arthritis and osteoporosis. She also has chronic back pain. Tori is reviewing Velma’s medication care plan, as instructed, and sees that Velma has an allergy to aspirin. When Tori inspects Velma’s blister pack, she sees that two aspirin tablets have been packed for each day, starting today. The next dose is required in 30 minutes. Tori calls the registered nurse on the internal line, who instructs Tori not to administer medication until she arrives. In the meantime, Tori checks the labels on the other medication to understand the schedule information and what these might mean for Velma’s potential risk or safety. Tori also asks Velma how she is feeling. She says that she has had a stomach pain, particularly when she needs to go to the toilet. Tori notes down this discussion so she can report it to the RN when she arrives.

CS Question 1

Why is it vital that Tori checks for any substance incompatibilities on the care plan and confirms with the supervisor that it is safe for Velma to start their new medication?

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

CS Question 2

Why is it necessary for Tori to identify issues that may impact administration of medication and what may have occurred if Tori had not managed her time well and had instead rushed through preparation to administer Velma’s medication?

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

CS Question 3

Identify laws determining the drugs and poisons schedules in this case study.

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Read the case study, then answer the questions that follow.

Case study (questions 4–7)

The next week, Velma’s blister pack contains paracetamol instead of aspirin to address back pain and inflammation. A note in the medication record says that there are no known allergies to paracetamol. 100 mg is prescribed four times a day. There is 50 mg in each tablet. Tori checks that two paracetamol tablets are in each pack.

CS Question 4

How should Tori assist Velma to take her medication, according to organisational procedures and standards?

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

CS Question 5

How can Tori confirm that Velma has taken her medication and what administration task must she complete after that?

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

CS Question 6

How should Tori dispose of the unused aspirin and the container, to reflect legal and organisational procedures?

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q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

CS Question 7

What signs indicate that Velma may require additional medications, such as when-necessary medications, and what should Tori do if these signs are present?

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Read the case study, then answer the questions that follow.

Case study (questions 8–11)

Tori has been assigned to another resident, Arthur, who has a history of hypertension and cardiac issues. When Tori reviews the medical records, he learns that Arthur has been prescribed a new beta-blocker called sectral (acebutolol) to slow heart rate and lower blood pressure. He is also required to take warfarin, which is used in the treatment of conditions such as stroke, heart disease and abnormal blood clotting.

Tori follows the instructions given in the medication support plan, including taking Arthur’s blood pressure, which was within normal limits. Arthur takes the new medication first, but refuses to take warfarin too. He says the tablets stick in his throat, and he has had enough. Tori explains the possible risks of not taking medication. She offers Arthur a glass of water, but Arthur still refuses and says it is his right to refuse. Tori records Arthur’s refusal to take warfarin in a medication incident report.

Tori stays with Arthur to monitor his response. After ten minutes, Tori says he needs to attend to another resident, but will be back in half an hour. Tori gives Arthur his call bell and asks Arthur to ring him if there are any problems.

Half an hour later, Tori finds Arthur lying down with his eyes closed. He looks pale. When Tori checks breathing and pulse, she sees that Arthur is unconscious.

CS Question 8

What emergency responses should Tori implement when she observes Arthur’s reaction, which are within the limitations of her role and responsibilities?

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

CS Question 9

Identify three fields that should be filled out on an incident report form and briefly and objectively describe the response to emergency, including how Tori continued to monitor Arthur’s response to medication.

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Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

CS Question 10

Report Arthur’s refusal to take warfarin according to your organisation’s procedures and protocols.

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

CS Question 11

Why is it important that inconsistencies are reported to supervisors as per organisational guidelines and procedures?

Answer

 

Marking

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Assessor to complete

Feedback

All questions must be satisfactorily answered by the candidate as per the marking guide in the Trainer’s and assessor’s guide. The questioning assessment has been confirmed:

q Satisfactory

q Unsatisfactory

Please include recommendations for future training / action in cases where the candidate has not satisfactorily achieved all criteria:

Declaration

I declare that this questioning assessment has been conducted as per the training organisation’s assessment procedures and the instructions provided for this assessment task, and that I have provided appropriate feedback to the candidate.

Assessor name

 

Assessor signature

 

Date marked

 

Part C – Observation

Purpose

The candidate’s work performance will be documented while being observed by an assessor.

Instructions to the assessor

The following observation checklist is used to judge and record observations of the candidate. Record your observations of the candidate’s performance directly onto the checklist. You may record your observations during and/or after the observation.

The observation checklist has a series of items related to the unit of competency that form the evidence criteria.

The checklist allows you to record that you have had the opportunity to observe the candidate applying these skills and knowledge. All items on the checklist must be observed in order to record a satisfactory performance.

You need to meet the following conditions:

• The necessary materials and resources must be provided to the candidate, and any concerns or questions the candidate has must be clarified or answered before the observation commences.

• The period of observation should be over a period sufficient to observe all the skills outlined in the checklist provided and to ensure that the candidate’s performance is captured in full.

• The candidate must complete the observation task unassisted by the observer or other personnel.

Resources required

The following materials are required for this observation to be undertaken:

• A simulated workplace environment that allows for the use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

­ placebo medication, administration equipment, charts and documentation

­ individualised plans

­ workplace policies and procedures

Assessment conditions

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace with the addition of simulations and scenarios where the full range of contexts and situations has not been provided in the workplace. The following aspects of the performance evidence must have been demonstrated using simulation prior to demonstration in the workplace or with members of the general public and where state/territory legislation prevents this practice in the workplace:

• Calculated medications with 100% accuracy and used the rights of medication and standard precautions to administer medication

The following conditions must be met for this unit:

• Use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

­ placebo medication, administration equipment, charts and documentation

­ individualised plans

­ workplace policies and procedures

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

In addition, assessors must be a registered nurse or registered enrolled nurse or registered Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practitioner.

Reasonable adjustment

Please note: observation in a simulated environment must be undertaken as it is a mandatory assessment condition for this unit.

Assessor to complete

Candidate name

 

Date

 

Observation task undertaken

The candidate should demonstrate skills in administering and monitoring medications.

Assessment context:

Outline the specific details of the environment and context for this candidate. This may include specific location, equipment selected/used, specific scenarios or specific client characteristics.


During the observation, the candidate was observed consistently demonstrating the following criteria:

Satisfactory

Unsatisfactory

O1

Reporting potential risks related to medication administration to delegating health professional

  

O2

Using oral communication skills

  

O3

Confirming client identity and if any allergies exist

  

O4

Using individualised plans

  

O5

Pro-actively identifying any limitations in own capability in relation to undertaking delegated medication administration function and reporting to delegating health professional

  

O6

Consulting and confirming actions with an authorised practitioner at all relevant times

  

O7

Undertaking required learning

  

O8

Demonstrating skills in the workplace with the addition of simulations and scenarios where the full range of contexts and situations has not been provided in the workplace

  

O9

Confirming delegating health professional’s authority to proceed with delegation of medication administration according to organisation policies, guidelines and protocols and jurisdictional legislative and regulatory requirements

  

O10

Using workplace policies and procedures

  

O11

Clarifying own role and limitations in providing assistance with medication administration with delegating health professional

  

O12

Making decisions

  

O13

Checking that all equipment, including dose administration aids, are complete, ready for use, up to date and tamper free before proceeding

  

O14

Following infection control procedures

  

O15

Confirming medication administration route and procedure

  

O16

Using teamwork skills

  

O17

Confirming purpose and function of prescribed medications from care plans and delegating health professional

  

O18

Determining medication requirements of at least 10 people

  

O19

Accurately calculating medication dosages according to authorised documented request

  

O20

Using numeracy skills

  

O21

Calculating medications with 100% accuracy in simulation prior to demonstration in the workplace and then calculating medications with 100% accuracy in the workplace for each of the following methods:

• Oral

• Sublingual/buccal

• Dry powder inhalers

• Metered dose/spacer inhalers

• Nebulisers

• Topical medications

• Suppositories

• Sub-cutaneous injection using pre-loaded syringes or pens

  

O22

Preparing medications according to delegated role and in line with legal and environmental guidelines

  

O23

Greeting and identifying client according to organisation procedures and preparing for medication administration

  

O24

Checking client medication according to organisation guidelines and the delegation from the health professional

  

O25

Using placebo medication (in simulation prior to work placement), administration equipment, charts and documentation

  

O26

Accurately explaining the administration procedure to the client

  

O27

Prior to the administration of medication, checking the client for any physical or behavioural changes that may indicate the need to report to delegating health professional

  

O28

Administering medications as delegated within role responsibility

  

O29

Demonstrating using the rights of medication in simulation prior to demonstration in the workplace

  

O30

Demonstrating using standard precautions to administer medication in simulation prior to demonstration in the workplace

  

O31

Applying the rights of medication

  

O32

Using standard precautions to administer medication using the following routes or methods: oral

  

O33

Using standard precautions to administer medication using the following routes or methods: sublingual/buccal

  

O34

Using standard precautions to administer medication using the following routes or methods: dry powder inhalers

  

O35

Using standard precautions to administer medication using the following routes or methods: metered dose/spacer inhalers

  

O36

Using standard precautions to administer medication using the following routes or methods: nebulisers

  

O37

Using standard precautions to administer medication using the following routes or methods: topical medications

  

O38

Using standard precautions to administer medication using the following routes or methods: suppositories

  

O39

Using standard precautions to administer medication using the following routes or methods: pre-loaded syringes or pens sub-cutaneous injection

  

O40

Administering medications according to specific requirements from the form prescribed and in accordance with defined legislation, organisation procedures, professional standards and prescriber’s written instructions where available

  

O41

Understanding and responding appropriately to orders and instructions for medication

  

O42

Assisting the client taking the medication as required and according to documented procedures and professional standards

  

O43

Overseeing and observing the client when taking medication and confirming ingestion or completion of administration

  

O44

Disposing of all used and unused medication and containers according to organisation procedures

  

O45

Identifying signs from client ‘when necessary’ medications might be required, then informing delegating health practitioner and acting in accordance with organisation’s policies, procedures, delegation and role responsibility

  

O46

Documenting the administration of medication according to legislative requirements and organisation procedures and policies

  

O47

Providing accurate information to clients and carers on medication administration, including possible side effects as per instructions of the delegating health professional

  

O48

Identifying possible acute and delayed adverse reactions to medications, responding within role responsibility and reporting to supervisor or health professional

  

O49

Solving problems

  

O50

Recording and reporting response to emergency strategies

  

O51

Using technology and digital literacy skills

  

O52

Identifying signs of a client experiencing pain and reporting to health professional

  

O53

Observing and recording client response to pain relieving medication and reporting to health professional

  

O54

Using writing skills

  

O55

Reporting medication refusal or incomplete ingestion to supervising health professional according to organisation’s procedures and protocols

  

O56

Clearly identifying contaminated or out of date medication and implementing organisation’s procedures for safe and appropriate disposal

  

O57

Observing and recording changes in the client’s condition according to the organisation’s guidelines and reporting to supervisor and health professional

  

O58

Recording and reporting any inconsistencies according to delegation and organisation guidelines and procedures

  

O59

Using innovation and creative skills

  

O60

Managing medication equipment and used containers according to infection control guidelines

  

O61

Completing arrangements and procedures to replenish dose administration aids and supplies

  

O62

Storing medication charts, care plans and treatment sheets according to the organisation’s procedures

  

O63

Completing medication storage procedures in compliance with legislation and own role responsibility

  

O64

Safely administering medication to at least 10 different people

  

O65

Using reading skills