Medication Safety Principles

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Updated 14 Oct 2024 Certificate

Did you know medications are the most commonly used treatment in Australian healthcare? That's why medication safety is crucial in reducing errors and adverse effects. In this Ausmed Training Module, we cover the potential risks of medications, the importance of continuity of medication management and documentation, and how to obtain a Best Possible Medication History. You'll learn about key concepts, including medication reviews, high-risk medicines, common terminology and the '7 rights' of medication administration. Learn more today!

Content

6 Video Units • 11 Questions
Pre-reflection
1 Question
Introduction
1m
Potential Harms of Medication
1 Question
5m
Continuity of Medication Management and Documentation
4 Questions
9m
Medication Management Processes
4 Questions
10m
Scenario
4m
Conclusion
1m
Post-reflection
1 Question

What you'll learn:

1

Understand the importance of medication safety.

2

Understand the causes of medication errors, including human factors and system failures.

3

Recognise risk factors for common types of medication errors.

4

Apply medication risk reduction strategies (including the ‘7 rights’) to enhance patient safety.

5

Employ effective communication and documentation techniques to prevent medication errors.

Who it's for:

This module is designed for registered healthcare professionals who are responsible for handling medications within their scope of practice.

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Last updated14 Oct 2024

Published14 Oct 2024

Due for review30 Oct 2025
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