storage and dispensing of medicines

• ordering


  process should be quick and efficient
• receiving


  list of medication ordered should be checked against that received
• storing


  controlled drugs must be stored in locked cabinet or might be kept by individual if self adminstering
• administering


  ensure right person receives right dose of right medication at right time
• recording


  use medicine administration record which charts administration of drugs, make sure records are clear
• transfer


  medication has to stay with individual as it is their property, so if they are transferred to another care setting the medicine goes with them
• disposal


  return unwanted medication to pharmacy, care homes must use licensed waste management company