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Administration of contrast agents under a PGD by multiple HCPs

15 July 2024Whether a healthcare professional (HCP) can prepare and/or administer contrast supplied by another HCP under a PGD will depend on a range of factors.

Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (P to Z)

2 April 2024Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.

Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (H to O)

2 April 2024Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.

Supply and administration of medicines by staff group (A to G)

2 April 2024Different staff groups have different permissions with respect to medicines supply and administration and it is important to ensure legislation is followed.

Using St Mark’s electrolyte solution

31 January 2024St Mark’s solution is an oral rehydration solution, which maintains fluid balance in conditions like short bowel syndrome. We guide on preparation and use.

Giving intermittent intravenous infusions by gravity in adults

12 July 2023Infusion by gravity is not the preferred method of administration, but may be necessary in some circumstances. Ensure a risk assessment is undertaken.

Managing the risks of using effervescent tablets in children

9 March 2023Careful use of effervescent or soluble tablets to deliver part tablet doses for children and neonates can minimise risks of toxicity or suboptimal therapy.

Assessment and storage of medicines for self-administration

25 January 2023Suitable medicines must be stored safely and securely in accordance with organisational policy, while still supporting self-administration

Implementing self-administration of medicines

25 January 2023Individuals receiving healthcare should be supported to continue to self-administer existing/new medications unless there are reasons why they are unable to

Responsibilities for the self-administration of medicines

25 January 2023Duties and responsibilities are outlined for both staff and individuals during the process of self-administration of medicines (SAM)