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HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
This course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to safely and effectively assist clients with their medication. As a healthcare professional, it is important that you are able to recognise different types of medication, understand their effects on the body, and know how to correctly store, handle, and administer them.
Throughout this course, you will learn about the legislative and organisational requirements for assisting clients with medication, including the roles and responsibilities of different healthcare professionals. You will also learn about the different routes of medication administration, and the key principles for safe and effective administration. Additionally, you will gain an understanding of the importance of accurate documentation and reporting, and how to respond to medication-related incidents.
Effective communication with clients is also an important aspect of medication administration. In this course, you will learn how to communicate with clients about their medication, including explaining the purpose and expected effects, potential side effects, and any instructions for administration.