MMedication Administration

Medication Administration refers to the process of giving a patient a prescribed medication in a safe, effective and appropriate manner. This process involves several steps, including:

Prescribing: A healthcare provider writes a prescription for the medication.

Dispensing: A pharmacist fills the prescription and dispenses the medication to the patient or the patient’s caregiver.

Administration: The medication is given to the patient at the appropriate time, dose, and route (e.g. oral, injection, topical, etc.).

Monitoring: The patient’s response to the medication is monitored to assess its effectiveness and to identify any adverse reactions or side effects.

Medication Administration is a critical aspect of patient care and must be done accurately and with attention to detail to avoid medication errors, which can result in harm to the patient.