Course Title: Administer and monitor medications in the work environment

National Element Code & Title:

HLTEN507C Administer and monitor medications in the work environment

Element:

2. Prepare for medication administration within scope of Enrolled/Division 2 nurse

Element:

4. Monitor and evaluate client response to administered medication

Element:

6. Develop strategies for pain management

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Check client medication chart in relation to timing and route of medication administered

1.2 Raise issues related to drug and poison administration with appropriate personnel

1.3 Check for and identify common contrindications and adverse reactions of prescribed medications and refer to the registered nurse

1.4 Confirm client identity and check for any known allergies

1.5 Refer to drugs and poisons schedules and classifications as determined by law

1.6 Ensure infection control methods are applied correctly

1.7 Identify pharmacology and substance incompatibilities in relation to specific situations involving medication administration

1.8 Check expiry dates of medication prior to administration

2.1 Explain the process of medication administration to the client and ensure their readiness

2.2 Position the client appropriately prior to administration of medication

2.3 Correctly identify administration route for each medication to be administered, using appropriate terminology

2.4 Consider the effect of commonly used medications on the body prior to medication administration

2.5 Accurately calculate dosages for administration of drugs

2.6 Prepare medications in accordance with legislative requirements and organisation guidelines

2.7 Apply medication administration techniques and precautions specific to each client situation and as per medication orders

2.8 Ensure medication is stored and disposed of in accordance with medical instructions and organisation policy and procedures

3.1 Administer medications within scope of own role in line with the jurisdictional legislative requirements and organisation policy

3.2 Store medications in a safe manner according to legislative requirements and organisation policy

3.3 Administer PRN medications within legislative requirements and organisation policy

3.4 Apply quality management and risk assessment practices relating to administration of medication

3.5 Provide client information and education relating to medication requirements

4.1 Record administration of medications in accordance with relevant policy and procedures

4.2 Contribute to information provided to clients and carers on medication administration (including possible side effects) in consultation/collaboration with the registered nurse

4.3 Evaluate client understanding of information provided

4.4 Recognise acute and delayed adverse reactions to medications and act upon within role responsibility

4.5 Implement emergency actions to address acute and delayed adverse reactions within role responsibility

4.6 Record and report response to emergency strategies, where appropriate

4.7 Assess and manage a client experiencing pain using appropriate medication and non-medication therapies

4.8 Record and report effectiveness of pain relieving medication5.1 Identify the purpose and function of intravenous therapy being administered to a client

5.2 Check for common fluid and electrolyte imbalances and record and report

5.3 Calculate intravenous therapy rates

5.4 Recognise and report the risks and complications associated with intravenous therapy

5.5 Document observations and monitor peripheral intravenous therapy

5.6 Provide nursing care for client with fluid and/or electrolyte imbalance

5.7 Monitor action of drugs commonly used in fluid and/or electrolyte imbalance through client responses and record and report

5.8 Remove intravenous cannula according to organisation policy and procedure

1. Classroom lectures and teacher delivery
2. Calculation practice
3. Group work
4. Class activities
5. Self-Directed Learning
6. Students own research and homework

1. Clinical Calculations - Drug Formulas (Calculators Accepted)  (100% pass mark required)
2. Laboratory Practical Skills (100% attendance required)
3. Written Examination / Assessment   (60% or above to reach satisfactory grade)
4. Clinical Placement (100% attendance required)

** Students must receive ‘satisfactory’ result in each assessment to achieve overall competency for this unit **

Please refer to the RMIT assessment policy for special consideration, extensions of time, equitable assessment arrangements and future assessment adjustments

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