Self-administration
Self-administration
Self-administration (/sɛlf ædˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/) is a term used in medicine and psychology to refer to the process by which individuals administer their own medication or treatment, without the direct supervision of a healthcare professional.
Etymology
The term "self-administration" is derived from the English words "self", meaning one's own person, and "administration", which in this context refers to the management or execution of tasks, in this case, the task of administering medication or treatment.
Related Terms
- Self-care: The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health.
- Medication compliance: The degree to which a patient correctly follows medical advice, particularly with respect to taking medication.
- Over-the-counter drug: A drug that can be purchased without a prescription, often used in self-administration.
- Prescription drug: A pharmaceutical drug that legally requires a medical prescription to be dispensed, but can be self-administered under guidance.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Self-administration
- Wikipedia's article - Self-administration
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