##  [Medication Administration](/index.php/medication-administration) 

  ##  [Medication Administration](https://health.quantumdictionary.io/medication-administration-0) 

  

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Definition

The standardized sequence of processes for preparing, verifying, dispensing and delivering a prescribed medication to a specific patient by the intended route, dose and schedule, including documentation and monitoring required to ensure the medication achieves its intended effect and to detect and manage adverse events.