1.1 Identify current legislation, guidelines, policies, and protocols relevant to the administration of medication Course: Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (RQF) Unit 142: Administer Medication to Individuals and Monitor the Effects Task: Written Question & Answer Guidelines:
you must include not more than 2 references for each question do not use bullet points and numberings where a question refers to directly to you, your role or experience, write in first person, e.g. I wash my hands when required while completing daily routines. give real life examples to support your answer where possible/necessary list of references must appear at the end of the whole assignment. do not change the questions check your work for plagiarism/AI content before submitting 1.1 Identify current legislation, guidelines, policies, and protocols relevant to the administration of medication
2.1 Describe common types of medication including their effects and potential side effects.
2.2 Identify medication which demands specific physiological measurements.
2.3 Describe the common adverse reactions to medication, how each can be recognised, and the appropriate action(s) required.
2.4 Explain the different routes of medicine administration.
3.1 Explain the types, purpose, and function of materials and equipment needed for the administration of medication via the different routes.
3.2 Identify the required information from prescriptions and medication administration charts
4.1 Apply standard precautions for infection control.
4.2 Explain ways to ensure the appropriate timing of medication.
5.3 Describe how to report any immediate problems with the administration.
5.5 Explain why it may be necessary to confirm that the individual actually takes the medication and does not pass the medication to others.
5.8 Describe how to dispose of out of date and part- used medications in accordance with legal and organisational requirements.