Assist with basic dispensing of prescriptions

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver HLTPH314B, 'Assist with basic dispensing of prescriptions'.
Google Links
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Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Accept prescription for dispensing

1.1 Collect prescription and confirm client details

1.2 Identify the prescriber and area initiating the order for the purpose of costing and computer entry

1.3 Confirm the legality, validity and completeness of the prescription

1.4 Report discrepancies to pharmacist

1.5 Determine cost of medication and provide appropriate information to client

1.6 Advise client of any foreseen difficulty in filling the prescription

1.7 Advise client of approximate waiting time and collection arrangements

1.8 Accept payment and issue receipt

2. Ensure clinical evaluation of prescription by pharmacist

2.1 Refer prescription to pharmacist for clinical evaluation

2.2 Confirm pharmacist's clinical evaluation before filling the prescription

2.3 Complete any special documentation

3. Prepare labels according to legal requirements

3.1 Prepare prescription labels to meet legal and regulatory requirements

3.2 Identify procedures to deal with contraventions of law

3.3 Check information on labels for accuracy, according to the prescription requirements

3.4 Check that information on labels is neat, clear, easily understood and in line with legal requirements

3.5 Add appropriate cautionary and advisory labels (either incorporated into label or attached separately)

4. Enter data in to dispensing computer

4.1 Enter dispensing data accurately into pharmacy computer system

4.2 Use barcode technology for the dispensing process in line with local Pharmacy Board guidelines

4.3 Check accuracy of data entered against information from prescription and labels

5. Calculate prescription quantities

5.1 Calculate quantities of each item according to the prescription

5.2 Annotate the prescription

5.3 Refer prescription to pharmacist if uncertain about prescription details or prescribed quantity

6. Assemble prescription items according to good dispensing practice

6.1 Select prescribed products in the desired form in line with local Pharmacy Board guidelines and the Pharmaceutical Defence Ltd guidelines for good dispensing practice

6.2 Package correct quantity into a suitable container

6.3 Attach correct label (and ancillary label if applicable) to container

6.4 Check packed item for accuracy

6.5 Check visibility of expiry date

6.6 Annotate prescription with the quantity supplied, signature and date

6.7 Assemble items for an easy and complete check by the pharmacist

7. Finalise prescription and documentation

7.1 Verify that prescription is checked and signed by the pharmacist

7.2 Complete documentation in accordance with organisation policies and procedures

7.3 Record relevant information and statistics according to organisation policies and procedures


Qualifications and Skillsets

HLTPH314B appears in the following qualifications:

  • HLT40507 - Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support
  • HLT31407 - Certificate III in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support