Assisting in medication administration is an important and crucial role for the health care professional and carries significant responsibility. In fulfilling this role effectively and safely, the carer becomes a vital member of the health care team. This excellent programme introduces medication and looks at the five R's principle of medication administration, the routes of administration and the various techniques of administering different medications. Students and health care workers will gain insight into documenting the effects of medications, such as intended effects, side effects and allergic reactions.