1.   Another point is to give the medication on a scheduled as opposed to an as-needed basis.

2.   Sitters or certified nursing assistants do not give medications or insert IVs.

3.   This, of course, defeats the purpose for which the medication is being given.

4.   The doctor gave her medication to help steady her heart rate.

5.   Half the patients were given the medication and the other half received a sugar pill.

6.   Why should we give their medication when they are capable of taking it themselves?

7.   Among problems state inspectors found, records show, the nursing home staff gave the wrong medication to residents and failed to give medication on time.

8.   Biskind told the assistants to give Herron medication for the bleeding, then left the clinic, the former employee said.

9.   Bryant also was given medication for stomach cramping, and his symptoms could persist for a few days.