Safe Administering of Medication - Questions Flashcards
Explain the procedures you will follow to ensure you administer the correct medication and dose to the right child.
You must check the original medication packaging to ensure it has all the required information and matches the information on the authorisation medication form. You will also need another educator to verify the dosage.
What forms might you have to give permission?
Medication authorisation form.
Who can authorise medication to be given?
Parents and guardians.
What needs to be checked on the medication bottle?
It’s the original packaging, name of the child, doctor’s name, dosage, instructions, expiration date, type of medication, and time to be administered.
Who is authorised to administer the medication in an early education and care service?
Qualified educators or those holding valid first certificates.
