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WorksheetsMedication Administration: Roles and Responsibilities
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the primary responsibility of a doctor in medication administration?
Dispensing medications and checking for interactions
Prescribing the right medication, at the right dose, at the right time
Monitoring patients for side effects only
Labeling all medication bottles
Which of the following is a key responsibility of a pharmacist?
Administering injections to patients
Deciding which medications patients should take
Checking that prescriptions are correct, legal, and safe before dispensing
Creating care plans for medication management
What must care workers do before administering any medication?
Decide if the medication is necessary
Follow the care plan and ensure they have proper training
Contact the doctor for permission each time
Check the medication's price
Why is training important for over-the-counter (OTC) medicines?
OTC medicines are completely safe and need no training
OTC medicines are readily available
OTC medicines are only for minor issues and don't affect care
OTC medicines can interact dangerously with prescribed drugs and require the same level of training as prescribed medications
What should you do if you are unsure about a medication instruction?
Guess what seems right
Ask another care worker who might know
Ask the pharmacist or refer to the care plan
Skip the medication until you remember
Which legislation protects people's right to make decisions about their own medication?
Misuse of Drugs Act (1971)
Mental Capacity Act (2005)
Social Services and Well-being Act (2014)
The Human Medicines Regulations (2012)
What is a care plan in relation to medication?
A suggestion for how medication might be given
A document that is optional to follow
A legally binding document that tells you exactly how to support each individual with their medication
A list of all medications available in the facility
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of care workers?
Following care plans for medication administration
Staying trained and up-to-date on medication procedures
Prescribing new medications for patients
Reporting any concerns about medication to appropriate staff
What could happen if someone takes an OTC medicine without checking with a pharmacist first?
Nothing—OTC medicines are always safe
It might interact dangerously with their prescribed medications
It will definitely cause an allergic reaction
It will improve their health automatically
Why is it important to understand the roles of doctors, pharmacists, and care providers?
So you know who to blame if something goes wrong
Because each role has specific responsibilities that work together to keep people safe with medicines
Because only one person is responsible for medication safety
It is not important—anyone can administer medication
