Marj

There is lots of good advice out there- may I simply add:

The purchase of a Paracetamol machine is a good idea- employees simply pay 20 for 6 tabs.

I refuse to have any meds other than basic FA. I will ensure that when administering the usual Flu vaccines that I have an up to date signed copy of Patient group Directives

If this is of any help

Kind Regards

Jane

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Sent: 02 October 2008 08:01
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Subject: [OCC-HEALTH] Administration of medicines

Good morning list

I have previously worked for many years in the NHS where the administration of medicines was governed by Patient Group Directions. I have recently moved to a food manufacturing plant where it appears to be the norm to administer medications like Paracetamol and Ibuprofen.

I would appreciate any advise as to whether this is an acceptable practice and what is required as regards the nursing team being covered to do this.

Many thanks

Marj

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