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Control and Administration of Medicines: Key Strategies for Safe Treatment

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Summary

Price
£15 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
5 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
Certificates
  • Certificate of completion - £9.99
  • Certificate of completion - £15.99
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Did you know that medication errors account for approximately 1.5 million preventable adverse drug events in the United States annually? Our comprehensive course, "Control and Administration of Medicines: Key Strategies for Safe Treatment," is designed to empower healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge to enhance patient safety and improve medication management. This course delves into crucial topics, including effective prescription techniques, palliative care, and relevant legal considerations. By mastering these vital aspects, healthcare providers can substantially reduce medication-related risks and optimise patient outcomes. Take advantage of this opportunity to elevate your understanding and contribute to safer healthcare practices. Enrol today to make a difference in patients' lives!

Learning outcomes:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of medicine management and its importance in healthcare.
  • Gain insights into effective prescription techniques and common pharmacological management challenges.
  • Acquire knowledge of commonly used medicines and their appropriate applications.
  • Develop an understanding of palliative care and its role in improving patients' quality of life.
  • Grasp the Four Principles of Medicine Optimisation to enhance patient safety and medication efficacy.
  • Learn to manage medication effectively in Residential Aged Care Facilities (RACFs).
  • Familiarise yourself with relevant laws and legislations governing medicine administration and control.

Certificates

Certificate of completion

Digital certificate - £9.99

Receive a digital copy of your certificate as a PDF file for only £9.99.

Certificate of completion

Hard copy certificate - £15.99

A physical, high-quality copy of your certificate will be printed and mailed to you for only £15.99.
For students within the United Kingdom, there will be no additional charge for postage and packaging. For students outside the United Kingdom, there will be an additional £10 fee for international shipping.

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

This comprehensive course on Control and Administration of Medicines: Key Strategies for Safe Treatment provides an in-depth understanding of essential topics in medication management. Starting with the fundamentals of medicine management, the course highlights its significance in improving patient safety and treatment outcomes.

Throughout the curriculum, learners will explore effective prescribing practices, strategies to tackle common pharmacological management issues, and appropriate use of commonly prescribed medicines. Additionally, the course covers the vital area of palliative care and its role in enhancing patient comfort and quality of life.

The final modules of the course focus on medicine optimisation principles, managing medication in RACFs, and the legal framework surrounding medication control and administration. This comprehensive approach ensures healthcare professionals have a well-rounded understanding of the subject matter.

Who is this course for?

  • Physicians seeking to enhance their knowledge of medication management and prescription practices.
  • Pharmacists aiming to improve patient safety and medication efficacy.
  • Nurses working in various healthcare settings, including RACFs.
  • Healthcare administrators responsible for overseeing medication management and control.
  • Allied health professionals interested in expanding their understanding of medication administration and its impact on patient care.

Career path

  • Clinical Pharmacist: £34,000 - £50,000 per annum
  • Prescribing Nurse: £31,000 - £45,000 per annum
  • Medication Safety Officer: £35,000 - £52,000 per annum
  • Healthcare Administrator (Medication Management): £30,000 - £45,000 per annum
  • Palliative Care Specialist: £40,000 - £70,000 per annum
  • Residential Aged Care Facility Manager: £35,000 - £55,000 per annum

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.