Quality use of medicines (QUM) foundationAbout this course
Released June 2021
Description
These two 30-minute modules aim to increase knowledge about the quality use of medicines (QUM) for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Health Practitioners and community members. Participants will learn why QUM is important and how to practice QUM in clinics and community settings. The modules include information about medicines and how to read medicine labels, the safe use of medicines, identifying potential side-effects and interactions, safe storage and disposal of unused medicines.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module you should be able to:
Module 1 – QUM principles
- describe how quality use of medicines (QUM) promotes good health and raises awareness, knowledge and skills of consumers and the community
- explain what the active ingredient of a medicine is and where to find the active ingredient on medicine labels and packaging
- describe situations where medicines might be contraindicated
- list common medicine side effects and explain to clients the signs and symptoms to look out for.
Module 2 – Putting QUM into action
- describe how to improve the safe use of medicines
- explain the different parts of medicine labels for prescription-only medicines and pharmacy medicines
- describe how best to store medicines, including when travelling
- explain what to do with unwanted, unused or out-of-date medicines.
CPD accreditation
The National Association of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers and Practitioners has endorsed the activity with 3 CPD hours.
Endorsement period: 16/03/2023 - 20/03/2025.