Safer Handling of Medicines

Safer Handling of Medicines

This course covers the key areas of ordering, receiving, administering, storing and disposing of medicines safely. The learning materials also cover accurate record-keeping and how to manage a change of pharmacy.

On completion of this course learners will be able to:

• Explain how drugs are administered and how problems may occur
• Outline the principal legal aspects of handling medicines
• State the principles underpinning the proper administration of medication
• Describe how to store and dispose of drugs safely and securely