ASSISTANCE WITH MEDICATION CONDITIONS

• Australian Quality Care will adhere to the seven ‘rights’ for safe medication administration as per Section 8 of the Residential Services (Accreditation) Regulation 2018:
  • Right person
  • Right medication
  • Right dosage
  • Right time
  • Right route
  • Right to refusal
  • Right documentation
• This includes assistance with non-prescription and alternate medications as directed by my medical practitioner or pharmacist.
• Webster-pack medication will be provided by Albion Day & Night; staff will not assist with any other medication.
• Australain Quality Care is authorised to safely store my medication in a locked area.
• My prescriptions may be given to the pharmacist as needed.
• If I am not present for my medication, management/staff may attempt to locate me, including contacting third parties such as family, friends, or emergency services. If unfound, they may report to appropriate parties.
• If I choose to take my medication to my room, I do so at my own risk, and staff may notify my medical practitioner.
• If I miss a dose or refuse medication, I do so at my own risk, and staff can notify my medical practitioner.
• I must inform staff if I have any swallowing problems.
• If I have acute or persistent swallowing issues, Australian Quality Care may contact my GP or health professional for an assessment, which may include a Mealtime Management Plan.

SELF-MANAGING MEDICATION DECLARATION

My responsibilities in managing my own medication:

• Ensuring all medications are within their expiry dates; any expired medications will be discussed with staff.
• Reporting any difficulties in self-administering medications, including swallowing issues.
• Maintaining an adequate supply of medications as prescribed.
• Informing staff about non-prescription medications like Panadol used on an as-needed basis.
• Providing an updated list of all current medications, including complementary and over-the-counter medications, and notifying staff of any changes.
• Seeking assistance from staff for medication administration or questions.
• Keeping medications securely stored in my room at all times.

Note from Australian Quality Care and Skymac:

We support residents' independence while ensuring safe medication management. As a Level 3 Supported Accommodation and registered NDIS Service Provider, we have a duty of care. We may periodically assess your ability to manage medications and may inform your doctor accordingly. Skymac reserves the right to secure your room if medications are found insecure, and to notify your doctor if medication misuse is suspected. Residents managing their own medication do so at their own responsibility.

ASSISTANCE WITH BLOOD GLUCOSE MONITORING CONDITIONS

• Australian Quality Care has given me the NDSS Blood Glucose Monitoring fact sheet explaining the monitoring process.
• I must provide Australian Quality Care with my Diabetes Care Plan from my doctor or diabetes health professional, if available.
• Australian Quality Care is authorised to store my blood glucose equipment securely.
• Australian Quality Care will maintain and operate my blood glucose equipment as per the manufacturer's instructions.
• Australian Quality Care will record my blood glucose levels as directed by my doctor or as stipulated in my Diabetes Care Plan.
• If my blood glucose levels fall outside the recommended range, Australian Quality Care will follow my Diabetes Care Plan's directions.
• Australian Quality Care will monitor the expiry dates for test strips, lancets, and needles, and reorder them as needed.
• Australian Quality Care may remind me to get blood tests and other specimens as advised by my doctor or diabetes health professional.
• Australian Quality Care will not administer injections but will observe me if necessary.
• If I miss or refuse to take a reading as specified in my Diabetes Care Plan, I do so at my own risk, and Australian Quality Care may notify my doctor or diabetes health professional.

SELF-MONITORING BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVEL MONITORING DECLARATION

My responsibilities in managing my own blood glucose levels:

• Monitor expiry dates for test strips, lancets, and needles; reorder as needed.
• Record blood glucose levels as advised by my doctor or in my Diabetes Care Plan.
• Follow my Diabetes Care Plan if blood glucose levels are outside recommended ranges.
• Get blood or other specimens taken as advised by my doctor or diabetes health professional.
• Inform my doctor or Australian Quality Care staff of any difficulties in monitoring blood glucose levels.
• Maintain and securely store blood glucose equipment according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not share equipment or supplies with others.

Note from Australian Quality Care and Skymac:

We encourage residents to maintain their independence safely and effectively. As a Level 3 Supported Accommodation facility and registered NDIS Service Provider, we ensure your blood glucose is managed safely and seek your cooperation.

• Australian Quality Care may inform your doctor if you manage your own blood glucose levels.
• If your room is left unattended and unlocked with unsecured equipment, it may be locked immediately.
• Misuse of equipment or failure to record/monitor as per doctor's orders may be reported to your doctor.
• Skymac and its staff are not responsible for those residents who manage their own blood glucose levels.
• Missing a reading at specified times is done at your own risk, and Australian Quality Care may notify your doctor or diabetes health professional.

By giving my consent, I also understand the following:

• Management/staff can open, view, and read all mail I receive and file securely in my personal documents folder.
• I will be notified of all mail that I receive and each document will be stamped in my presence to acknowledge that I have received it.
• Management/staff will respond to any mail as required and inform me if anything needs to be actioned.
• Should I choose to leave Skymac, I will be given all my documents and letters that have been received through the post.

I understand that all mail containing details of appointments, legal matters, instructions or other important information will be my responsibility to manage and Skymac Pty Ltd will not be involved.

By giving my consent, I also understand the following:

• Photos or videos of me can be used on Australian Quality Care and Skymac's website, printed materials, and social media pages.
• Australian Quality Care and Skymac will securely store photos and videos of me in a safe electronic file.
• All photos and videos remain Australian Quality Care or Skymac's property and may be cropped or altered for Australian Quality Care and Skymac may duplicate images for future educational and promotional materials without my prior approval, unless I withdraw my consent.
• I can withdraw my consent at any time by completing a new copy of this form indicating my withdrawal in writing.

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