Reference no: EM133246857
Assignment:
Observing a staff member administering medication to a child
CHCECE002, CHCECE004, HLTWHS003
This task requires you to refer to your service policy and procedure and the Education and Care Services National Regulations for administering medication to children. Using this information investigate the processes that must be followed within your Service in relation to medication administration practices.
Observe a staff member administering medication to a child.
Answer the following questions:
1. What was the illness the medication was being given for?
2. How was the administration of the medication documented? Was this an appropriate format? Why/ Why not?
3. Describe the steps the staff member took to administer the medication to the child.
4. Did the administration of medication comply with the Services policy and procedure? If so, how? If not, what step would you do differently, Why?
5. Was the medication stored appropriately and in accordance with the regulations. Why/ Why not?