Lessons

1. Brief description of Introduction to Controlled Drugs (CDs)

   Easy

   3 mins

   Upon completion of this section, you should understand: The definition of Controlled Drugs (CDs) The classifications of Schedule 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 drugs The legislation and regulations governing Controlled Drugs
2. Module 1 : Introduction

   Easy

   6 mins

   After completing this section, you should understand: The meaning of Controlled Drugs (CDs) The five drug schedules (1–5) under drug regulations The legislation and legal framework governing Controlled Drugs
3. Module 2 : Prescribing Controlled Drugs

   Easy

   2 mins

   After completing this section, you should be able to understand: How prescriptions for Schedule 2 and Schedule 3 Controlled Drugs can be issued and transmitted The recommended limits on prescribing quantities for controlled drugs
4. Module 3 : stock control

   Easy

   3 mins

   After completing this section, you should be able to understand: The requirements and procedures for requisitions of Controlled Drugs (CDs).
5. Module 4 : other stock issues

   Easy

   6 mins

   After completing this section, you should understand: The safe storage requirements for Schedule 2 controlled drugs Why GPs must not use patient-specific prescriptions to increase practice or personal stock Why different strengths of injectable diamorphine and morphine must be risk assessed
6. Module 5 : storage of controlled drugs by individual GPs

   Easy

   4 mins

   After completing this section, you should understand: Where controlled drugs (CDs) can be stored How controlled drugs should be stored safely The rules for storing CDs in a GP’s doctor’s bag
7. Module 6: controlled drugs register

   Easy

   8 mins

   After completing this section, you should understand: The headings and information fields required in a Controlled Drugs Register (CDR) The legal requirements for maintaining a CDR The procedure for handling Controlled Drugs returned to the practice The correct method of completing and maintaining the CDR
8. Module 7: dispensing of schedule 2 drugs

   Easy

   2 mins

   After completing this section, you will be able to understand: The correct procedure for dispensing Schedule 2 Controlled Drugs The requirements for confirming the identity of the person collecting the medication The responsibilities of the dispenser during the supply process The information that must be recorded in the Controlled Drugs Register (CDR)
9. Module 8 : dispensing of Controlled Drug (CD) Stocks and Registers

   Easy

   2 mins

   After completing this section, you should be able to understand: Who has the legal authority to inspect stocks of Controlled Drugs The organizations responsible for monitoring CD management The procedures followed during inspections of Controlled Drug registers and stock
10. Module 9 : security

    Easy

    2 mins

    After completing this section, you should be able to understand: The security measures required within a medical practice How to protect Controlled Drugs (CDs) and related materials The importance of preventing unauthorized access to prescriptions and medical supplies
11. Module 10 : accountable officers

    Easy

    3 mins

    After completing this section, you should be able to understand: The role and responsibilities of the Accountable Officer The types of concerns that can be reported regarding Controlled Drugs (CDs) The actions required in the event of a serious incident
12. Module 11: Procedure for the Destruction of Date-Expired Controlled Drugs from stock

    Easy

    3 mins

    After completing this section, you should understand: Who is authorized to witness the destruction of date-expired Controlled Drugs (CDs) What information must be recorded in the Controlled Drugs Register (CDR) when CDs are destroyed
13. Module 12 : CDs returned by patients or their relatives

    Easy

    4 mins

    After completing this section, you should understand: What procedures should be followed when patients or their relatives wish to return Controlled Drugs (CDs) to a practice
14. Module 13 : standard operating procedure

    Easy

    8 mins

    Upon completion of this section, you should understand: What a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Controlled Drugs should include