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£525
£525
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3 hours
This half-day (3 hour) CPD accredited blended learning course on Injection Administration Training provides participants with an opportunity to gain both theoretical knowledge and practical simulation experience in a classroom environment. The course is intended to provide a comprehensive understanding of injection techniques and routes, as well as common injectable medications (excluding intravenous administration).
Throughout the course, learners will have access to a range of educational resources and simulation equipment to facilitate their learning. The course will be delivered by experienced clinical educators who are knowledgeable in injection administration.
By the end of the course, participants will have demonstrated theoretical understanding and practical competency in injection administration. The skills and knowledge gained through this course will enable participants to provide safe and effective injection administration in a clinical setting, ensuring the best possible outcomes for patients.
Injection Administration Training is crucial for healthcare professionals to maintain their competence in administering injectable medications and ensure that they are up to date with the current best practices and techniques.
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC, 2018) requires practitioners to maintain an appropriate level of competence in their skills. The National Patient Safety Agency also emphasises that all practitioners involved in administering injectable medicines must have the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitude to prepare and administer prescribed medications safely.
Unsafe injection practices can have significant consequences for patients, including nerve damage, abscesses, and pain, which can result in potential legal action. Therefore, it is essential for healthcare professionals to receive Injection Administration Training to ensure that they are providing optimal care to patients and avoiding adverse events.
By participating in Injection Administration Training, attendees will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to safely and effectively administer injectable medications, reducing the risk of harm to patients and promoting patient safety.
This training session covers a range of injection techniques and routes, including:
Intramuscular injection using the dorsogluteal site
Intramuscular injection using the vastus lateralis site
Intramuscular injection using the ventrogluteal site
Intramuscular injection using the deltoid site
Subcutaneous injections (using a prefilled syringe with a non-detachable needle)
Subcutaneous injection of insulin
Healthcare professionals looking to enhance their current skills/knowledge and review current practice or looking to acquire new skills.
Registered nurse with first hand clinical experience.