Appropriate Use of Antipsychotics When Prescribed as a Last Resort
In this module you will continue to work through the case study to illustrate a suggested approach for introducing, monitoring and withdrawing a regular antipsychotic.
Online Module
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TierEnhanced Practice
Levels of Learning
Tier 1: Introductory
Tier 2: Foundational
Tier 3: Enhanced Practice
Tier 4: Advanced Practice
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Module 2
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Completion time30 mins
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Module duration1 week
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Certificate of completion
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CostFree for Australian workers
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Module Overview
About this Module
In this module you will continue to work through the case study to illustrate a suggested approach for introducing, monitoring and withdrawing a regular antipsychotic.
This is module 2 in the 2-part module series: Reducing the Use of Antipsychotic Medicines in Changed Behaviour
Prerequisites
Before undertaking this module you will need to complete the following:
Learning Outcomes
After completing this module, staff should be able to:
- Identify beneficial and detrimental effects associated with antipsychotic medications when used for changed behaviours.
- Contribute to the review and monitoring process once a person is commenced on antipsychotic medications.
Module Details
Continuing Professional Development
This module is part of the course: Minimising Use of Antipsychotic Medications for Responsive Behaviour. For CPD information relating to this module specifically, please refer to the course overview.
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Version history
- Published: 17 Jan 2025
- Updated: 05 May 2025
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