3.1 Explain The Types, Function Of Materials And Equipment

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3.1 Explain the types, purpose and function of materials and equipment needed for the administration of medication via the routes.
Oral -
Spoons – To help with administering tablets into the mouth when individuals are unable to.
Measuring pots/Pill pots – A pot to pop the tablets into (for safety and hygiene) or to measure out liquid forms of medication.
Syringe – To administer liquid forms of medication into the individuals mouth when unable to do so and whether instructed by the doctor or is instructed on the packaging.
Water Cups – Cups to put water in so the individual has water to take with their oral form of medication.
Tablet Cutter – To crush tablets for individuals who are unable to swallow whole tablets.

Rectal – Gloves – To
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Mouthpieces/Masks – used when inhaling oxygen and gas.

Otic/Topical –
Droppers – to use to administer eye drops into the eye effectively.
Tissues/Wipes – To wipe any excess liquid eye drops from around the eye and face,
Gloves – To wear when administering eye drops, to reduce the risk of any infections.

3.2 Identify the required information from prescriptions/medication administration charts (MAR).
*The full name of the patient required both on the prescription and on the MAR.
*Full address of the resident is required on both the prescription and on the MAR.
*The Date Of Birth is required on both the prescription and on the MAR.
*The name of the Surgery is required on the prescription and on the MAR.
*Any allergies are documented on both the prescription and on the MAR.
*Full name of the Doctor is detailed on the prescription and on the MAR.
*To ensure that the prescription has the correct date on it.
*That MAR is up to date and current.
*Ensure that it has been signed by all the appropriate and relevant people.
*Drug bottles/blisters is correctly named, dated and correct dosage stated on the