HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and provide medication assistance and complete medication documentation. It also involves supporting the person to self-administer medication.

This Learner Guide describes how to prepare to assist with medication, including how to follow infection prevention and control procedures. It then explains how to prepare and support the person with the administration of medication. Finally, the material details how to handle medical contingencies and complete medication distribution and documentation.

The learning content builds knowledge and understanding by using:
• Step-by-step instructions on assisting the person with medication
• Straightforward explanations of how to adhere to procedures and regulatory requirements
• Learning Checkpoints at the end of each topic to build knowledge on forms of medication and how they are handled, administered and stored
• A range of examples and case studies that illustrate the roles, responsibilities and limitations of those involved in assisting with medication administrations

Learner guides

• Product Code: CTHPS006
• ISBN: 978-1-76123-116-2

Support resources

• Product Code: CTHPS006SP
• ISBN: 978-1-76123-118-6