Medication Competency

What you'll learn

• Explain prompting and assisting with medication and how this differs from medication administration.
• Explain the role of a care assistant in medication administration in home care.
• Recognise when a service user may require prompting or assistance with medication within the limits of your role.
• Recognise signs of side-effects and adverse drug reactions in a service user.
• Identify actions of how to respond if a service user refuses their medication.
• Explain effective communication techniques when interacting with service users regarding medication administration.
• Explain the importance of accurate medication records and documentation, including the proper recording of medication administration and any associate
• Identify the potential consequences of working outside of the limitations of your role in relation to medication practice.