Medication Administration Form

A medication consent form is a document that a patient (or their legal guardian) signs to consent to receiving medication. Prior to administering any type of medication to a patient, it is absolutely essential that they have signed one of these documents. This will show that they are aware of the medication, any potential side effects it may have, and have agreed to be administered it.

There are a range of different ways that medication can be administered. The option that you choose will be dependent on the needs of the patient and the type of medication that they are being administered with. Five of the most common ways include orally, injection (intravenous, intramuscular), transdermal, inhalation, and rectally.

A medication administration form needs to be completed every time that you administer medication to a patient. This process is very important for maintaining compliance and ensuring that the process of delivering care to patients is monitored and transparent. Completing these forms accurately will help ensure the safety of your patients while also protecting yourself.