Medication Management

  • Medication terminology
  • Medication routes.
  • Types of medication – We cover Webster packs and the sachet system,  Asthma medication, Nebulisers, Patches, Creams, Eye drops, Heart medication.
  • Medication scheduling.
  • Medication handling and storage.
  • Hygiene principles.
  • The 'Rights' of medication administration .
  • Safety principles when administering medication .
  • Organizational policies and procedures .
  • Privacy and dignity .
  • Documentation. (medication record sheet)
  • Providing medication assistance to a client who self-administers .
  • Incident reporting.
  • Medication theory assessment
  • Medication practical assessment

 

PEG  Feeding Workshop

  • What is Peg feeding
  • Basic of diet plans
  • Types of different feeds and equipment
  • Work health and safety
  • Risk assessment and Incident reporting
  • Feeding Issues
  • Positioning for feeding
  • Skin integrity and infection issues
  • Mouth care
  • Weight charts
  • Theory assessment
  • Practical assessment