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!
Understand the importance of medication safety.
Understand the causes of medication errors, including human factors and system failures.
Recognise risk factors for common types of medication errors.
Apply medication risk reduction strategies (including the ‘7 rights’) to enhance patient safety.
Employ effective communication and documentation techniques to prevent medication errors.
This module is designed for registered healthcare professionals who are responsible for handling medications within their scope of practice.
Assign mandatory training and keep all your records in-one-place.
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