The safe use of medication during the COVID-19 pandemic (Scottish Social Services Council)

Safe use of medication during the COVID-19 pandemic is a quick guide for new social service workers and people who are supporting the learning of others working in care homes and in people’s homes. The resource highlights the essential skills and good practice to prompt, assist and administer medication safely during COVID-19. It also offers support, information and links to other helpful resources.

When supporting people with medication, there are several ways you may be involved, depending on the care setting, your role and level of responsibility. Safe use of medication during the COVID-19 pandemic will help you feel confident to ensure the safety of the people you support. You should use this resource along with your organisation’s medication policy.

The safe use of medication during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dundee, Scottish Social Services Council, 2020, online.

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