Enable Scotland (Leading the Way) East Ayrshire Housing Support

1. In order to minimise risk and ensure safe practice, the provider should ensure that; a) protocols for as-required medication are in place, regularly reviewed, and clearly inform and guide staff practice; b) all as-required medications are recorded appropriately, including the reason for administration and its effectiveness. This is to ensure that care and support is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards (HSCS) which state that: 'My care and support meets my needs and is right for me'. (HSCS 1.19). 'My care and support is provided in a planned and safe way, including if there is an emergency or unexpected event'. (HSCS 4.14).