Staff Medication Competency

Does the staff member wash their hands or use sanitizer before the round?

Is the resident correctly identified before medication is offered?

Does the staff member witness the resident taking the medication?

Is water offered to the resident to assist with swallowing?

Are there any gaps on the MAR chart for the current round?

Are 'PRN' (as required) medications recorded with a reason and outcome?

Are handwritten entries on the MAR chart signed and witnessed by two people?

Are codes used correctly for any refused or omitted medications?

Is the medication trolley kept locked and supervised at all times?

Are medication pots disposed of safely after use?

Is the staff member checking the 'Expiry Date' of liquid medications or eye drops?

Are topical creams recorded on a separate Topical Administration Record (TMAR)?