Medication Administration

Routes of Medication Administration: Useful Insights for New Healthcare Professionals Working at Respite Care Homes

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The route of medication administration is a fundamental aspect of patient care, directly impacting the treatment’s effectiveness and safety. By prioritising the correct medication route, healthcare professionals can significantly enhance patient outcomes and minimise the risk of adverse effects. Here, we explore the importance of following the correct routes for medication administration.  First, let’s understand…

4 FAQs on MAR Chart and eMAR

4 FAQs on MAR Chart and eMAR

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MAR charts (Medication Administration Records) are documents used in healthcare settings such as nursing homes, care homes, respite care settings, and long-term care facilities. Healthcare providers have to record and document each and every incident of medication administration on MAR charts. Also, MAR charts must be updated regularly to keep track of patients’ doses, side…

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What are Prescribing Errors: Useful Insights for Caregivers

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Medication errors at care homes are one of the most common causes of harm – and one of the most common causes of medical errors is prescribing errors. Here is a useful read for caregivers on prescribing errors and how can they be prevented:  Common prescribing errors: How does the eMAR medication system help?  Prescribing…

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Important steps of safe medication administration

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The primary goal of administering medication through a structured approach is to ensure optimum safety. However, human errors involved in the medication administration processes can compromise this objective. Human errors can occur at any stage of medication administration, whether it be administering the right drug, measuring the right dosage, or following the right route. This…