Meds Audit Checklist

This meds audit checklist helps care homes and health services review safe medication management. It covers MAR chart completeness, legibility, signatures, PRN directions and protocols, and linking directions to labeled medicines. It prompts checks for BNF availability, labeling for eye drops and topical preparations, expiry dates, and presence of patient information leaflets. It includes storage controls, access restrictions, daily cabinet and fridge temperature logs, and individual care plans and risk assessments. Sections address ordering and signing in medicines, recording carried over stock, trip sign in or out logs, and disposal or return processes. Controlled drug requirements include secure storage, bound registers, reconciled running balances, dual witnessing, and documentation. Guidance also covers homely remedies protocols and ensuring residents receive regular GP medication reviews.