Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes knowledge of: An awareness of the role of complementary therapies An awareness of traditional medicine in the context of health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people Application of guidelines to individual needs of clients(ie. therapeutic interventions, hygiene, dignity, esteem, physical, cultural and cognitive restrictions) Documentation associated with medication administration Ethical guidelines including confidentiality, duty of care and public safety Factors influencing medication actions Legal requirements for practice parameters of Enrolled/Division 2 nurse relating to the administration of medications, including legal requirements of each route of administration Major medication groups Methods of storage, handling and usage of medications Organisation policies and procedures, guidelines and protocols, including workplace health and safety policies to ensure safe practice eg management of sharps Own role in medical emergency People's perception of pain and principles of pain management Relevant medical/medication terminology and approved medication abbreviations Role of the health care team in the administration of medications State/territory legislative requirements relating to medication administration Systems of medication delivery within the scope of own role Relevant medication delivery devices, such as: dosage administration aids feeding tube infusion pumps Scheduling of medications, including: Schedule 2 Schedule 3 Schedule 4 Schedule 8 Substance incompatibilities, including: adverse reactions an understanding of the pharmacology of the major medication groups anaphylactic reactions contraindications precautions side effects |