HSC3047 Support use of medication in social care settings Outcome 1 Understand the legislative framework for the use of medication in social care settings 1. Identify legislation that governs the use of medication in social care settings. * The medicines Act 1968 * The misuse of drugs Act 1971 * The misuse of drugs Regulation 2001 * The misuse of drugs safe custody Regulations 2007 * The health and social Act 2008 * The health Act 2006 2. Outline the legal classification system for medication. POM- Prescribtion only medicines OTC or P- over the counter or pharmacy medicines GSL- General sales list CD- Controlled Drugs 3.
Nursing Plans and Interventions: The nurse applies a sterile nasal drip pad and initiates interventions to prevent increased intracranial pressure (ICP). 3. Which nursing intervention should be initiated to prevent increased ICP? A) Apply a hyperthermia blanket. B) Administer a prescribed stool softener as needed (PRN).
Outcome 5 Be able to administer and monitor individuals’ medication 1. select the route for the administration of medication, according to the patient’s plan of care and the drug to be administered, and prepare the site if necessary Oral medication The majority of medicines are formulated for oral administration. This means they are to be taken via the mouth, in the form of a tablet, capsule, liquid or suspension. These medicines come in a variety of shapes and sizes, colours and taste. Inhalation administration This method is used mostly for patients who have chronic respiratory problems such as asthma. This enables the medicine to be delivered to the site where it is most needed – the lungs.
B) A mild sedative will be given during the test. INCORRECT The client will be exercising. Sedation is not administered. C) It will be necessary to keep a diary of all activities while wearing the monitor. INCORRECT These instructions apply to a client undergoing ambulatory ECG, or Holter monitoring.
This medication can be taken through a number of routes. These are as follows; Oral Antibiotics, this means that the medication comes in tablet, pill, capsule, or liquid form. This is so that the medication can be swallowed easily. This is taking medication orally. Topical antibiotics are applied to the skin.
Explanation: It is important to note that glass thermometers with a mercury bulb have been used in the past for measuring body temperature. They are not used in healthcare institutions, based on federal safety recommendations (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency [EPA], 2009). However, patients may still have mercury thermometers at home and may be continuing to use them. Nurses should encourage patients to use alternative devices to measure body temperature and include patient teaching as part of nursing care. Mercury thermometers should not be thrown in the trash because mercury is toxic.
* Teach the patient about the procedures associated risks and benefits, what to expect during the transfusion, signs and symptoms of a reaction, and when and how to call for assistance. * Check for an appropriate and patent vascular access. * Make sure necessary equipment is at hand for administering the blood product and managing a reaction, such as an additional free I.V. line for normal
3.2 Apply standard precautions for infection control. The stickers used to attach the electrocardiograph probes are single use so these should be removed and disposed of once the procedure is done. Hands should be washed before and after the procedure. Also if any PPE is needed the patient may be in a side room for an infection then the correct precautions must be taken. 3.3 Confirm the individual’s identity, reason for referral and obtain valid consent.
* A written record will be kept of all medication administered. Injections can only be undertaken by a qualified nurse or medical practitioner. The nursery will endeavor to follow the parents/carers instructions, but reserve the right to refuse a request to administer medicines whilst a child is in our
Jodie Spooner Administer Medication to individuals and Monitor the effects. 1. Understand legislations, policy and procedures relevant to administration of medication. 1.1 Identify current legislations, guidelines policies and protocols relevant to the administration of medication. Many legislations and policies and procedures cover the legal management of medication, individuals handling the medication are not expected to have detailed knowledge of the legislation, but then they do need to be aware of the legal difference between types of drugs and the legal framework that allows them to handle medicines before delivering them to a service user.