| 1 | Know the current legislation, guidelines and policies relevant to the administration of medication | 1.1 | Identify the current national legislation and guidelines relevant to the administration of medication |
| 1.2 | Outline the organisational policies for the management and administration of medication |
| 2 | Understand own role in assisting in the administration of medication | 2.1 | Describe own responsibilities and accountability in relation to assisting with the administration of medication |
| 2.2 | Explain the importance of working under the direction of a qualified health professional when assisting with the administration of medication |
| 2.3 | Explain the importance of working within own area of competence and seeking advice when faced with situations outside own area of competence |
| 3 | Understand the requirements and procedures for assisting in the administration of medication | 3.1 | Explain the purpose and significance of the information which should be provided on the label of a medication |
| 3.2 | Describe the different routes for the administration of medication |
| 3.3 | Describe the types, purpose and function of materials and equipment needed for the administration of medication within own area of responsibility |
| 3.4 | Describe the various aids which can be used to help individuals take their medication |
| 3.5 | Explain the importance of applying standard precautions for infection control and the potential consequences of poor practice |
| 3.6 | Explain why medication should only be administered against the individual’s medication administration record and consistent with the prescriber’s advice |
| 4 | Understand the requirements and procedures for ensuring patient safety | 4.1 | Explain the importance of identifying the individual for whom the medications are prescribed |
| 4.2 | Explain the importance of confirming the medication against the prescription/ protocol with the person leading the administration before administering it |
| 5 | Be able to prepare for the administration of medication | 5.1 | Obtain or confirm valid consent for the administration of medication |
| 5.2 | Apply standard precautions for infection control |
| 5.3 | Select, check and prepare the medication according to the medication administration record or medication information leaflet |
| 5.4 | Explain the importance of referring confusing or incomplete instructions back to person leading the administration or the pharmacist |
| 5.5 | Check and confirm the identity of the individual who is to receive the medication with the person leading the activity and with the individual themselves before the medication is administered |
| 6 | Be able to assist in the administration of medication | 6.1 | Contribute to administering the medication to the individual using the correct technique and at the prescribed time according to the care plan |
| 6.2 | Assist the individual to be as self managing as possible |
| 6.3 | Explain the importance of seeking help and advice from a relevant member of staff if the individual will not or cannot take the medication |
| 6.4 | Monitor the individual’s condition throughout the administration process |
| 6.5 | Explain the kinds of adverse effects that may occur and the appropriate action to take |
| 6.6 | Check and confirm that the individual actually takes the medication and does not pass medication to others |
| 7 | Be able to contribute to the management of medications and administration records | 7.1 | Explain the importance of keeping accurate and up-to-date records of the administration of medication |
| 7.2 | Contribute to completing the necessary records relating to the administration of medications legibly, accurately and completely |
| 7.3 | Maintain the security of medication and related records throughout the administration process and return them to the correct place for storage |
| 7.4 | Maintain the confidentiality of information relating to the individual at all times |
| 7.5 | Check the stock level of medications and take appropriate action to obtain new stocks when required |
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