Aged-Care-Medication-Assistance-Administration-Pathway

Medication Assistance and Administration Pathway

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AU$247.00

Course Duration: 3hrs
Accessible for: 186 days

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This extensive pathway combines 11 courses to equip aged care workers with the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively assist ageing individuals with diverse medication needs.

The series begins with foundational courses introducing medication types, the importance of medication reviews, and the “10 Rights” framework, alongside the roles and obligations of aged care workers in medication management. These courses cover Dose Administration Aids, common risks, and best practices for handling, storing, and disposing of medications, as well as monitoring and responding to incidents like side effects and errors.

The bundle then provides specialised training on administering specific medication types, including buccal and sublingual oral, ear, eye, oral (tablets and liquids), PRN, suppository and enema, topical, transdermal patch, and inhaler medications. Each specialised course explores the medications involved, preparation and planning, specific administration steps, and completion of the administration process to ensure safety and compliance.

Together, these courses empower aged care workers to deliver person-centred, safe, and effective medication support, enhancing the well-being of ageing individuals across various care scenarios.

After this lesson you will be able to:

Part 1

1. Define dysphagia, describe who it affects, and explain how it impacts ageing individuals.

2. Discuss texture modification of diets, foods, and fluids in aged care settings.

3. Explain the various strategies to promote safer swallowing for individuals.

4. Describe the steps in responding to incidents of choking to ensure safe mealtimes.

 

Part 2

1. Understand what medication is, identify the different types of medication, and recognise the importance of medication reviews.

2. Know the role and obligations of an aged care worker when assisting an individual with medication.

3. Identify Dose Administration Aids and common medication risks.

 

Antimicrobial Stewardship

1. Understand antimicrobial stewardship’s role in Aged Care Quality Standards and the risks of antimicrobial resistance

2. Recognise the causes and consequences of antibiotic misuse

3. Identify the role of aged care workers in preventing infections and communicating with healthcare providers.

 

Administering Eye Medication

1. Know the different types of eye medication

2. Plan and prepare for the administration of eye medication

3. Safely administer eye medication to an ageing individual

 

Administering PRN Medication

1. Know the different types of PRN medication

2. Plan and prepare for the administration of PRN medication

3. Safely administer PRN medication to an ageing individual

 

Administering Suppository and Enema Medication

1. Identify the different types of suppositories and enema medication

2. Plan and prepare for the administration of suppository and enema medication

3. Safely administer suppository and enema medication to an ageing individual

 

Administering Buccal and Sublingual Oral Medication

1. Know the different types of buccal and sublingual oral medication

2. Plan and prepare for the administration of buccal and sublingual oral medication

3. Safely administer buccal and sublingual oral medication to an ageing individual

 

Assisting an Individual with using an inhaler

1. Safely assist an ageing individual with using an inhaler

2. Safely assist an ageing individual with using a spacer

 

Applying Transdermal Patch Medication

1. Know what a transdermal patch is

2. Plan and prepare for the application of transdermal patch medication

3. Safely apply transdermal patch medication on an ageing individual

 

Administering Topical Medication

1. Know the different types of topical medication

2. Plan and prepare for the administration of topical medication

3. Safely administer topical medication to an ageing individual

 

Administering Oral Medication, Tablets and Liquids

1. Know what oral medication, tablets, and liquids are, and when they are used.

2. Plan and prepare for administering oral medications, both tablets and liquids, including accurately calculating doses and understanding associated risks.

3. Safely administer oral medication, tablets, and liquids to an ageing individual.

 

Administering Ear Medication

1. Know the different types of ear medication

2. Plan and prepare for the administration of ear medication

3. Safely administer ear medication to an ageing individual

E-learn (3hrs)

  • Assisting Individuals with Medication Part 1
    • E-learn (40min)
    • Assessment (10 questions)
    • 2 resources:
      – Scheduling (National Classification System)
      – Medicines not Suitable for Dose Administration Aids (DAAs)
    • Certificate of completion
  • Assisting Individuals with Medication Part 2
    • E-learn (40min)
    • Assessment (10 questions)
    • 6 resources:
      – Medication Contingencies and Incidents
      – PBS Medications by Brand Name and Drug
      – Phases of Support
      – Preventing Medication Errors
      – Procedure for Crushing Medications
      – The 10 Rights
    • Certificate of completion
  • Antimicrobial Stewardship
    • E-learn (30min)
    • Assessment (10 questions)
    • 3 resources:
      – Self Assessment Tool and User Guide
      – Do I Really Need Antibiotics
      – Decision Tools for Specific Conditions
    • Certificate of completion
  • Administering Eye Medication
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 1 resource:
      – Steps to Administer Eye Medication in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion
  • Administering PRN Medication
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 1 resource:
      – Steps to Administer PRN Medication in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion
  • Administering Suppository and Enema Medication
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 1 resource:
      – Steps to Administer Suppository and Enema Medication in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion
  • Administering Buccal and Sublingual Oral Medication
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 1 resource:
      – Steps to Administer Buccal and Sublingual Medication in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion
  • Assisting an Individual with using an inhaler
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 2 resources:
      – Instructions for Assisting an Individual to Use a Spacer with Their Inhaler
      – Steps to Assisting an Individual with Using an Inhaler in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion
  • Applying Transdermal Patch Medication
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 1 resource:
      – Steps to Administer Transdermal Patch Medication in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion
  • Administering Topical Medication
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 1 resource:
      – Steps to Administer Topical Medication in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion
  • Administering Oral Medication, Tablets and Liquids
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 3 resources:
      – Administering Oral Medication Cheat Sheets
      – Calculating Doses
      – Steps to Administer Oral Medication in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion
  • Administering Ear Medication
    • E-learn (10min)
    • Assessment (5 questions)
    • 1 resource:
      – Steps to Administer Ear Medication in Aged Care
    • Certificate of completion

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