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Safe Handling of Medicines & Adverse Drug Reactions
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Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
6 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
Lifetime access
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
10 CPD hours / points
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  • Certificate of completion - Digital certificate - Free
  • Certificate of completion - Hard copy certificate - £19.99
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Overview

Master the art of safe medication management and gain valuable insights into adverse drug reactions in our comprehensive course. Explore fundamental principles, legislation, and best practices in handling medicines. Learn professional communication techniques and safe administration procedures, and ensure patient involvement for optimal medication safety. Join us today and become a trusted guardian of patient well-being.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Develop a thorough understanding of medication management principles, including storage, supply, and disposal.
  • Familiarise yourself with the legislation and licensing requirements governing the safe handling of medicines.
  • Learn effective communication strategies to ensure medication safety and prevent adverse drug reactions.
  • Acquire essential skills in safe administration techniques, including dosage calculations and proper routes of administration.
  • Understand the importance of patient involvement in medication safety and promoting informed decision-making.
  • Gain knowledge on the safe use of medication during the COVID-19 pandemic, including special considerations and precautions.

Certificates

Certificate of completion - Digital certificate

Digital certificate - Included

Certificate of completion - Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - £19.99

Get CPD Accredited Hard Copy certificate for £19.99 per copy. The delivery fee for the Hard Copy certificate, however, is free for UK residents, whereas it costs £10 for international students as delivery charge.

Assessment details

Quiz Exam

Included in course price

CPD

10 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

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Description

In the complex world of healthcare, the safe handling of medicines is paramount to patient well-being. Our course, "Safe Handling of Medicines & Adverse Drug Reactions," provides a comprehensive and theoretical exploration of the fundamental principles and best practices in medication management. From understanding the fundamentals of medication administration to ensuring compliance with legislation, each module delves into crucial aspects of medication safety.

You will learn to navigate the intricacies of professional communication and establish effective channels for medication-related information exchange. Gain insights into the storage, supply, and disposal of medications to ensure their integrity and prevent potential risks. Discover strategies for engaging patients in their medication safety, empowering them to participate in their healthcare journey actively.

By the end of the course, you will possess the skills and understanding to contribute to optimal medication safety practices, protecting patients from adverse drug reactions and ensuring their well-being.

Course Curriculum of Safe Handling of Medicines:

  • Module 01: Introduction to Medicines
  • Module 02: Legislation and Licensing
  • Module 03: Key Principles of Medication Management
  • Module 04: Professional Communication and Medication Safety
  • Module 05: Safe Administration of Medicines
  • Module 06: Patient Involvement in Medication Safety
  • Module 07: Storage, Supply and Disposal of Medication
  • Module 08: Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs
  • Module 09: Record-Keeping and Audit Process
  • Module 10: The Safe Use of Medication during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Who is this course for?

  • Healthcare professionals, including nurses, pharmacists, and medical practitioners, seek to enhance their medication management skills.
  • Students in healthcare-related fields aim to understand medication safety practices comprehensively.
  • In healthcare settings, individuals are responsible for medication administration, storage, and supply.
  • Caregivers and support staff looking to expand their knowledge of safe medication practices.

Career path

  • Pharmacy Technician: £20,000 - £30,000 per annum
  • Medication Safety Officer: £30,000 - £45,000 per annum
  • Clinical Pharmacist: £35,000 - £55,000 per annum
  • Medication Management Consultant: £40,000 - £70,000 per annum
  • Nurse Prescriber: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum
  • Pharmaceutical Services Manager: £50,000 - £80,000 per annum

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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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.
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