Unit 2C12 Level 2 Assist in the Administration of Medications

L1 Unit 2C12 Know the current legislation, guidelines and policies relevant to the administration of medicines 1 Assessment

L2 Unit 2C12 Identify the current national legislation and guidelines relevant to the administration of medications 1 Assessment

L3 Unit 2C12 Identify the current national legislation and guidelines relevant to the administration of medications 1 Assessment

L4 Outline the organisational policies for the management and administration of medication 1 Assessment

L5 Unit 2C12 Understand own role in assisting in the administration of medication 1 Assessment

L6 Unit 2C12 Understand own role in assisting in the administration of medication 1 Assessment

L7 Unit 2C12 Understand own role in assisting in the administration of medication 1 Assessment

L8 Unit 2C12 Understand the requirements and procedures for assisting in the administration of medicines 1 Assessment

L9 Unit 2C12 Describe the different routes for the administration of medication 1 Assessment

L10 Unit 2C12 Describe the different routes for the administration of medication 1 Assessment

L11 Unit 2C12 Describe the different routes for the administration of medication 1 Assessment

L12 Unit 2C12 Describe the type, purpose and function of materials and equipment needed for the administration of medication within own area of responsibility 1 Assessment

L13 Unit 2C12 Describe the various aids which can be used to help individuals take their medication 1 Assessment

L14 Unit 2C12 Explain the importance of applying standard precautions for infection control and the potential consequences of poor practice 1 Assessment

L15 Unit 2C12 Explain why medication should only be administered against the individual’s medication administration record and in a way which is consistent with the prescriber’s advice 1 Assessment

L16 Unit 2C12 Understand the requirements and procedures for ensuring an individual’s safety 1 Assessment

L17 Unit 2C12 Explain the importance of confirming the medication against the prescription / protocol with the person leading the administration before administration before administering it. 1 Assessment

L18 Unit 2C12 Be able to prepare for the administration of medication 1 Assessment

L19 Unit 2C12 Select, check and prepare the medication according to the medication administration record or medication information leaflet. 1 Assessment

L20 Unit 2C12 Explain the importance of referring confusing or incomplete instructions back to the person leading the administration of the pharmacist 1 Assessment

L21 Unit 2C12 Be able to assist in the administration of medication 1 Assessment

L22 Unit 2C12 Assist the individual to be as self-managing as possible. 1 Assessment

L23 Unit 2C12 Explain the importance of seeking help and advice from a relevant member of staff if the individual will not or cannot take the medication. 1 Assessment

L24 Unit 2C12 Monitor the individual’s condition throughout the administrative process 1 Assessment

L25 Unit 2C12 Explain the types of adverse effects that may occur and the action to take if they do 1 Assessment

L26 Unit 2C12 Be able to contribute to the management of medications and administration of records 1 Assessment