The idea of patients self-administering their medication in hospital is not new; it was first
cited in literature in 1959. Up to date, there is a growing body of literature that recognizes the …

This study aimed to describe post-discharge medication self-management by geriatric
patients with polypharmacy, to describe the problems encountered and to determine the …

Background Parkinson's disease (PD) increases the risk of hospitalization and
complications while in the hospital. Patient-centered care emphasizes active participation of …

Background: Our aim was to investigate whether self-administration of medication (SAM)
during hospitalization affects the number of dispensing errors, perceptions regarding …

This study aimed to examine the relationship between medication literacy and the degree to
which patients are considered capable of medication self‐management, the factors …

Introduction: Self-care is about taking care of yourself. It is a proactive action involving steps
to develop, protect, maintain and improve health, wellbeing or wellness. Self-care can be …

(1) Objective: To assess hospital medication costs and staff time between One-Stop
Dispensing (OSD) and the Traditional Medication System (TMS), and to evaluate patient …

Objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate the costs and consequences of
introducing" self-administration of medication"(SAM) during hospitalization as compared …

Introduction Healthcare providers usually manage medication for patients during
hospitalisation, although patients are expected to self-manage their medication after …

Aim: To develop and validate a procedure for self-management of medication by patients
whilst in hospital. Background: Self-management of medication allows patients to self …