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Archives: Lessons

Archives: Lessons

SUBCUTANIOUS INJECTION

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 1 Explain and discuss the procedure with the person. 2 Before administering any prescribed drug (including oxygen), look at the person’s prescription chart and correctly verbalises ALL of the following checks: • person (checks ID with person: verbally, against wristband (where appropriate) and documentation) • drug • dose • date and time of

Intra Muscular Injection

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 1 Introduces self, explains procedure and gains consent. 2 Before administering any prescribed drug (including oxygen), look at the person’s prescription chart and correctly verbalises ALL of the following checks: • person (checks ID with person: verbally, against wristband (where appropriate) and documentation) • drug • dose • date and time of

Administration of Inhaled Medication

1. Preparation: Understanding Inhaled Medication Know the different types of inhalers and devices used in inhalation therapy: Metered-Dose Inhaler (MDI) – Pressurized device that delivers a fixed dose. Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) – Breath-actuated and releases powder. Nebulizer – Delivers medication in the form of a mist, often for longer treatment. Familiarize yourself with common

CSU

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 1 Explain and discuss the procedure with the person. 2 Checks that any equipment required for the procedure is available and, where applicable, is sterile (i.e. that packaging is undamaged, intact and dry, is within the expiration date, that sterility indicators are present on any sterilised items and have changed colour, where applicable).

Evaluation(APIE)

Assessment criteria Situation 1a Introduces self and the clinical setting. 1b States the patient’s name, hospital number and/or date of birth, and location. 1c States the reason for the handover (where relevant). Background 2a States date of admission/visit/reason for initial admission/referral to specialist team and diagnosis. 2b Notes previous medical history and relevant medication/social history.

Catheter removal

ASSESSMENT CRITERIA 1 Explain the procedure to the person and inform them of potential post-catheter symptoms, such as urgency, frequency and discomfort, which are often caused by irritation of the urethra by the catheter 2  Assembles the equipment required. 3 Clean hands with alcohol hand rub, or wash with soap and water and dry with

Planning (APIE)

Assessment criteria 1 Clearly and legibly handwrites answers. 2 Identifies two relevant nursing problems/needs. 3 Identifies aims for both problems. 4 Sets appropriate evaluation date for both problems. 5 Ensures nursing interventions are current/evidence-based/best practice. 6 Uses professional terminology in care planning. 7 Does not use abbreviations or acronyms. 8 Ensures strike-through errors retain legibility.

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