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Resource Profile: MedicationStatementPcsp - Detailed Descriptions

Active as of 2023-01-26

Definitions for the MedicationStatement-eu-pcsp resource profile.

Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be found here.

1. MedicationStatement
2. MedicationStatement.status
Example
general:completed
3. MedicationStatement.medicationCodeableConcept
Control0..1
TypeCodeableConcept
Example
general:<valueCodeableConcept xmlns="http://hl7.org/fhir">
  <coding>
    <system value="http://www.whocc.no/atc"/>
    <code value="H02"/>
    <display value="CORTICOSTEROIDS FOR SYSTEMIC USE"/>
  </coding>
</valueCodeableConcept>
4. MedicationStatement.reasonReference
TypeReference(ConditionPrimaryCancerPcsp|Condition|Observation|DiagnosticReport)
Must Supporttrue
5. MedicationStatement.dosage
Control0..?
6. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing
Control0..?
7. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat
Control0..?
8. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.boundsDuration
Control0..1
TypeDuration
9. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.count
Control0..?
10. MedicationStatement.dosage.route
Control0..?
Example
general:<valueCodeableConcept xmlns="http://hl7.org/fhir">
  <coding>
    <system value="https://standardterms.edqm.eu"/>
    <code value="20042000"/>
    <display value="Intrathecal use"/>
  </coding>
</valueCodeableConcept>

Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be found here.

1. MedicationStatement
Definition

A record of a medication that is being consumed by a patient. A MedicationStatement may indicate that the patient may be taking the medication now or has taken the medication in the past or will be taking the medication in the future. The source of this information can be the patient, significant other (such as a family member or spouse), or a clinician. A common scenario where this information is captured is during the history taking process during a patient visit or stay. The medication information may come from sources such as the patient's memory, from a prescription bottle, or from a list of medications the patient, clinician or other party maintains.

The primary difference between a medication statement and a medication administration is that the medication administration has complete administration information and is based on actual administration information from the person who administered the medication. A medication statement is often, if not always, less specific. There is no required date/time when the medication was administered, in fact we only know that a source has reported the patient is taking this medication, where details such as time, quantity, or rate or even medication product may be incomplete or missing or less precise. As stated earlier, the medication statement information may come from the patient's memory, from a prescription bottle or from a list of medications the patient, clinician or other party maintains. Medication administration is more formal and is not missing detailed information.

Control0..*
Summaryfalse
Comments

When interpreting a medicationStatement, the value of the status and NotTaken needed to be considered: MedicationStatement.status + MedicationStatement.wasNotTaken Status=Active + NotTaken=T = Not currently taking Status=Completed + NotTaken=T = Not taken in the past Status=Intended + NotTaken=T = No intention of taking Status=Active + NotTaken=F = Taking, but not as prescribed Status=Active + NotTaken=F = Taking Status=Intended +NotTaken= F = Will be taking (not started) Status=Completed + NotTaken=F = Taken in past Status=In Error + NotTaken=N/A = In Error.

InvariantsDefined on this element
dom-2: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT contain nested Resources (: contained.contained.empty())
dom-3: If the resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL be referred to from elsewhere in the resource or SHALL refer to the containing resource (: contained.where((('#'+id in (%resource.descendants().reference | %resource.descendants().as(canonical) | %resource.descendants().as(uri) | %resource.descendants().as(url))) or descendants().where(reference = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists() or descendants().where(as(canonical) = '#').exists()).not()).trace('unmatched', id).empty())
dom-4: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a meta.versionId or a meta.lastUpdated (: contained.meta.versionId.empty() and contained.meta.lastUpdated.empty())
dom-5: If a resource is contained in another resource, it SHALL NOT have a security label (: contained.meta.security.empty())
dom-6: A resource should have narrative for robust management (: text.`div`.exists())
2. MedicationStatement.implicitRules
Definition

A reference to a set of rules that were followed when the resource was constructed, and which must be understood when processing the content. Often, this is a reference to an implementation guide that defines the special rules along with other profiles etc.

Control0..1
Typeuri
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
Comments

Asserting this rule set restricts the content to be only understood by a limited set of trading partners. This inherently limits the usefulness of the data in the long term. However, the existing health eco-system is highly fractured, and not yet ready to define, collect, and exchange data in a generally computable sense. Wherever possible, implementers and/or specification writers should avoid using this element. Often, when used, the URL is a reference to an implementation guide that defines these special rules as part of it's narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
3. MedicationStatement.modifierExtension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource and that modifies the understanding of the element that contains it and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer is allowed to define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

Alternate Namesextensions, user content
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
4. MedicationStatement.status
Definition

A code representing the patient or other source's judgment about the state of the medication used that this statement is about. Generally, this will be active or completed.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Medication Status Codes

A coded concept indicating the current status of a MedicationStatement.

Typecode
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
Comments

MedicationStatement is a statement at a point in time. The status is only representative at the point when it was asserted. The value set for MedicationStatement.status contains codes that assert the status of the use of the medication by the patient (for example, stopped or on hold) as well as codes that assert the status of the medication statement itself (for example, entered in error).

This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid.

Example
general:completed
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
5. MedicationStatement.medication[x]
Definition

Identifies the medication being administered. This is either a link to a resource representing the details of the medication or a simple attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications.

Control1..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTMedicationCodes

A coded concept identifying the substance or product being taken.

TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Reference(Medication)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
Comments

If only a code is specified, then it needs to be a code for a specific product. If more information is required, then the use of the medication resource is recommended. For example, if you require form or lot number, then you must reference the Medication resource.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on MedicationStatement.medication[x]. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • type @ $this
6. MedicationStatement.medication[x]:medicationCodeableConcept
SliceNamemedicationCodeableConcept
Definition

Identifies the medication being administered. This is either a link to a resource representing the details of the medication or a simple attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications.

Control01..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTMedicationCodes

A coded concept identifying the substance or product being taken.

TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Reference(Medication)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
Comments

If only a code is specified, then it needs to be a code for a specific product. If more information is required, then the use of the medication resource is recommended. For example, if you require form or lot number, then you must reference the Medication resource.

Example
general:<valueCodeableConcept xmlns="http://hl7.org/fhir">
  <coding>
    <system value="http://www.whocc.no/atc"/>
    <code value="H02"/>
    <display value="CORTICOSTEROIDS FOR SYSTEMIC USE"/>
  </coding>
</valueCodeableConcept>
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
7. MedicationStatement.subject
Definition

The person, animal or group who is/was taking the medication.

Control1..1
TypeReference(Patient|Group)
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
8. MedicationStatement.reasonReference
Definition

Condition or observation that supports why the medication is being/was taken.

Control0..*
TypeReference(ConditionPrimaryCancerPcsp|Condition|Observation|DiagnosticReport)
Must Supporttrue
Summaryfalse
Comments

This is a reference to a condition that is the reason why the medication is being/was taken. If only a code exists, use reasonForUseCode.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))

Guidance on how to interpret the contents of this table can be found here.

1. MedicationStatement
Definition

A record of a medication that is being consumed by a patient. A MedicationStatement may indicate that the patient may be taking the medication now or has taken the medication in the past or will be taking the medication in the future. The source of this information can be the patient, significant other (such as a family member or spouse), or a clinician. A common scenario where this information is captured is during the history taking process during a patient visit or stay. The medication information may come from sources such as the patient's memory, from a prescription bottle, or from a list of medications the patient, clinician or other party maintains.

The primary difference between a medication statement and a medication administration is that the medication administration has complete administration information and is based on actual administration information from the person who administered the medication. A medication statement is often, if not always, less specific. There is no required date/time when the medication was administered, in fact we only know that a source has reported the patient is taking this medication, where details such as time, quantity, or rate or even medication product may be incomplete or missing or less precise. As stated earlier, the medication statement information may come from the patient's memory, from a prescription bottle or from a list of medications the patient, clinician or other party maintains. Medication administration is more formal and is not missing detailed information.

Control0..*
Summaryfalse
Comments

When interpreting a medicationStatement, the value of the status and NotTaken needed to be considered: MedicationStatement.status + MedicationStatement.wasNotTaken Status=Active + NotTaken=T = Not currently taking Status=Completed + NotTaken=T = Not taken in the past Status=Intended + NotTaken=T = No intention of taking Status=Active + NotTaken=F = Taking, but not as prescribed Status=Active + NotTaken=F = Taking Status=Intended +NotTaken= F = Will be taking (not started) Status=Completed + NotTaken=F = Taken in past Status=In Error + NotTaken=N/A = In Error.

2. MedicationStatement.id
Definition

The logical id of the resource, as used in the URL for the resource. Once assigned, this value never changes.

Control0..1
Typeid
Summarytrue
Comments

The only time that a resource does not have an id is when it is being submitted to the server using a create operation.

3. MedicationStatement.meta
Definition

The metadata about the resource. This is content that is maintained by the infrastructure. Changes to the content might not always be associated with version changes to the resource.

Control0..1
TypeMeta
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
4. MedicationStatement.implicitRules
Definition

A reference to a set of rules that were followed when the resource was constructed, and which must be understood when processing the content. Often, this is a reference to an implementation guide that defines the special rules along with other profiles etc.

Control0..1
Typeuri
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
Comments

Asserting this rule set restricts the content to be only understood by a limited set of trading partners. This inherently limits the usefulness of the data in the long term. However, the existing health eco-system is highly fractured, and not yet ready to define, collect, and exchange data in a generally computable sense. Wherever possible, implementers and/or specification writers should avoid using this element. Often, when used, the URL is a reference to an implementation guide that defines these special rules as part of it's narrative along with other profiles, value sets, etc.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
5. MedicationStatement.language
Definition

The base language in which the resource is written.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from CommonLanguages A human language
Additional BindingsPurpose
AllLanguagesMax Binding
Typecode
Summaryfalse
Comments

Language is provided to support indexing and accessibility (typically, services such as text to speech use the language tag). The html language tag in the narrative applies to the narrative. The language tag on the resource may be used to specify the language of other presentations generated from the data in the resource. Not all the content has to be in the base language. The Resource.language should not be assumed to apply to the narrative automatically. If a language is specified, it should it also be specified on the div element in the html (see rules in HTML5 for information about the relationship between xml:lang and the html lang attribute).

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
6. MedicationStatement.text
Definition

A human-readable narrative that contains a summary of the resource and can be used to represent the content of the resource to a human. The narrative need not encode all the structured data, but is required to contain sufficient detail to make it "clinically safe" for a human to just read the narrative. Resource definitions may define what content should be represented in the narrative to ensure clinical safety.

Control0..1
TypeNarrative
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesnarrative, html, xhtml, display
Comments

Contained resources do not have narrative. Resources that are not contained SHOULD have a narrative. In some cases, a resource may only have text with little or no additional discrete data (as long as all minOccurs=1 elements are satisfied). This may be necessary for data from legacy systems where information is captured as a "text blob" or where text is additionally entered raw or narrated and encoded information is added later.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
7. MedicationStatement.contained
Definition

These resources do not have an independent existence apart from the resource that contains them - they cannot be identified independently, and nor can they have their own independent transaction scope.

Control0..*
TypeResource
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesinline resources, anonymous resources, contained resources
Comments

This should never be done when the content can be identified properly, as once identification is lost, it is extremely difficult (and context dependent) to restore it again. Contained resources may have profiles and tags In their meta elements, but SHALL NOT have security labels.

8. MedicationStatement.extension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
9. MedicationStatement.modifierExtension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the resource and that modifies the understanding of the element that contains it and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer is allowed to define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
Summaryfalse
Requirements

Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

Alternate Namesextensions, user content
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
10. MedicationStatement.identifier
Definition

Identifiers associated with this Medication Statement that are defined by business processes and/or used to refer to it when a direct URL reference to the resource itself is not appropriate. They are business identifiers assigned to this resource by the performer or other systems and remain constant as the resource is updated and propagates from server to server.

NoteThis is a business identifier, not a resource identifier (see discussion)
Control0..*
TypeIdentifier
Summarytrue
Comments

This is a business identifier, not a resource identifier.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
11. MedicationStatement.basedOn
Definition

A plan, proposal or order that is fulfilled in whole or in part by this event.

Control0..*
TypeReference(MedicationRequest|CarePlan|ServiceRequest)
Summarytrue
Requirements

Allows tracing of authorization for the event and tracking whether proposals/recommendations were acted upon.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
12. MedicationStatement.partOf
Definition

A larger event of which this particular event is a component or step.

Control0..*
TypeReference(MedicationAdministration|MedicationDispense|MedicationStatement|Procedure|Observation)
Summarytrue
Requirements

This should not be used when indicating which resource a MedicationStatement has been derived from. If that is the use case, then MedicationStatement.derivedFrom should be used.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
13. MedicationStatement.status
Definition

A code representing the patient or other source's judgment about the state of the medication used that this statement is about. Generally, this will be active or completed.

Control1..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from Medication Status Codes A coded concept indicating the current status of a MedicationStatement
Typecode
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
Comments

MedicationStatement is a statement at a point in time. The status is only representative at the point when it was asserted. The value set for MedicationStatement.status contains codes that assert the status of the use of the medication by the patient (for example, stopped or on hold) as well as codes that assert the status of the medication statement itself (for example, entered in error).

This element is labeled as a modifier because the status contains codes that mark the resource as not currently valid.

Example
general:completed
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
14. MedicationStatement.statusReason
Definition

Captures the reason for the current state of the MedicationStatement.

Control0..*
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTDrugTherapyStatusCodes A coded concept indicating the reason for the status of the statement
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
Comments

This is generally only used for "exception" statuses such as "not-taken", "on-hold", "cancelled" or "entered-in-error". The reason for performing the event at all is captured in reasonCode, not here.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
15. MedicationStatement.category
Definition

Indicates where the medication is expected to be consumed or administered.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from Medication usage category codes A coded concept identifying where the medication included in the MedicationStatement is expected to be consumed or administered
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
16. MedicationStatement.medication[x]
Definition

Identifies the medication being administered. This is either a link to a resource representing the details of the medication or a simple attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications.

Control1..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTMedicationCodes A coded concept identifying the substance or product being taken
TypeChoice of: CodeableConcept, Reference(Medication)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
Comments

If only a code is specified, then it needs to be a code for a specific product. If more information is required, then the use of the medication resource is recommended. For example, if you require form or lot number, then you must reference the Medication resource.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on MedicationStatement.medication[x]. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • type @ $this
17. MedicationStatement.medication[x]:medicationCodeableConcept
SliceNamemedicationCodeableConcept
Definition

Identifies the medication being administered. This is either a link to a resource representing the details of the medication or a simple attribute carrying a code that identifies the medication from a known list of medications.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTMedicationCodes A coded concept identifying the substance or product being taken
TypeCodeableConcept
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
Comments

If only a code is specified, then it needs to be a code for a specific product. If more information is required, then the use of the medication resource is recommended. For example, if you require form or lot number, then you must reference the Medication resource.

Example
general:<valueCodeableConcept xmlns="http://hl7.org/fhir">
  <coding>
    <system value="http://www.whocc.no/atc"/>
    <code value="H02"/>
    <display value="CORTICOSTEROIDS FOR SYSTEMIC USE"/>
  </coding>
</valueCodeableConcept>
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
18. MedicationStatement.subject
Definition

The person, animal or group who is/was taking the medication.

Control1..1
TypeReference(Patient|Group)
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
19. MedicationStatement.context
Definition

The encounter or episode of care that establishes the context for this MedicationStatement.

Control0..1
TypeReference(Encounter|EpisodeOfCare)
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
20. MedicationStatement.effective[x]
Definition

The interval of time during which it is being asserted that the patient is/was/will be taking the medication (or was not taking, when the MedicationStatement.taken element is No).

Control0..1
TypeChoice of: dateTime, Period
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
Comments

This attribute reflects the period over which the patient consumed the medication and is expected to be populated on the majority of Medication Statements. If the medication is still being taken at the time the statement is recorded, the "end" date will be omitted. The date/time attribute supports a variety of dates - year, year/month and exact date. If something more than this is required, this should be conveyed as text.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
21. MedicationStatement.dateAsserted
Definition

The date when the medication statement was asserted by the information source.

Control0..1
TypedateTime
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
22. MedicationStatement.informationSource
Definition

The person or organization that provided the information about the taking of this medication. Note: Use derivedFrom when a MedicationStatement is derived from other resources, e.g. Claim or MedicationRequest.

Control0..1
TypeReference(Patient|Practitioner|PractitionerRole|RelatedPerson|Organization)
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
23. MedicationStatement.derivedFrom
Definition

Allows linking the MedicationStatement to the underlying MedicationRequest, or to other information that supports or is used to derive the MedicationStatement.

Control0..*
TypeReference(Resource)
Summaryfalse
Comments

Likely references would be to MedicationRequest, MedicationDispense, Claim, Observation or QuestionnaireAnswers. The most common use cases for deriving a MedicationStatement comes from creating a MedicationStatement from a MedicationRequest or from a lab observation or a claim. it should be noted that the amount of information that is available varies from the type resource that you derive the MedicationStatement from.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
24. MedicationStatement.reasonCode
Definition

A reason for why the medication is being/was taken.

Control0..*
BindingFor example codes, see Condition/Problem/DiagnosisCodes A coded concept identifying why the medication is being taken
TypeCodeableConcept
Summaryfalse
Comments

This could be a diagnosis code. If a full condition record exists or additional detail is needed, use reasonForUseReference.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
25. MedicationStatement.reasonReference
Definition

Condition or observation that supports why the medication is being/was taken.

Control0..*
TypeReference(ConditionPrimaryCancerPcsp)
Must Supporttrue
Summaryfalse
Comments

This is a reference to a condition that is the reason why the medication is being/was taken. If only a code exists, use reasonForUseCode.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
26. MedicationStatement.note
Definition

Provides extra information about the medication statement that is not conveyed by the other attributes.

Control0..*
TypeAnnotation
Summaryfalse
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
27. MedicationStatement.dosage
Definition

Indicates how the medication is/was or should be taken by the patient.

Control0..*
TypeDosage
Summaryfalse
Comments

The dates included in the dosage on a Medication Statement reflect the dates for a given dose. For example, "from November 1, 2016 to November 3, 2016, take one tablet daily and from November 4, 2016 to November 7, 2016, take two tablets daily." It is expected that this specificity may only be populated where the patient brings in their labeled container or where the Medication Statement is derived from a MedicationRequest.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
28. MedicationStatement.dosage.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
29. MedicationStatement.dosage.extension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on MedicationStatement.dosage.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
30. MedicationStatement.dosage.modifierExtension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
Requirements

Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

Alternate Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
31. MedicationStatement.dosage.sequence
Definition

Indicates the order in which the dosage instructions should be applied or interpreted.

Control0..1
Typeinteger
Summarytrue
Requirements

If the sequence number of multiple Dosages is the same, then it is implied that the instructions are to be treated as concurrent. If the sequence number is different, then the Dosages are intended to be sequential.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
32. MedicationStatement.dosage.text
Definition

Free text dosage instructions e.g. SIG.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summarytrue
Requirements

Free text dosage instructions can be used for cases where the instructions are too complex to code. The content of this attribute does not include the name or description of the medication. When coded instructions are present, the free text instructions may still be present for display to humans taking or administering the medication. It is expected that the text instructions will always be populated. If the dosage.timing attribute is also populated, then the dosage.text should reflect the same information as the timing. Additional information about administration or preparation of the medication should be included as text.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
33. MedicationStatement.dosage.additionalInstruction
Definition

Supplemental instructions to the patient on how to take the medication (e.g. "with meals" or"take half to one hour before food") or warnings for the patient about the medication (e.g. "may cause drowsiness" or "avoid exposure of skin to direct sunlight or sunlamps").

Control0..*
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTAdditionalDosageInstructions A coded concept identifying additional instructions such as "take with water" or "avoid operating heavy machinery"
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
Requirements

Additional instruction is intended to be coded, but where no code exists, the element could include text. For example, "Swallow with plenty of water" which might or might not be coded.

Comments

Information about administration or preparation of the medication (e.g. "infuse as rapidly as possibly via intraperitoneal port" or "immediately following drug x") should be populated in dosage.text.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
34. MedicationStatement.dosage.patientInstruction
Definition

Instructions in terms that are understood by the patient or consumer.

Control0..1
Typestring
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
35. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing
Definition

When medication should be administered.

Control0..1
TypeTiming
Summarytrue
Requirements

The timing schedule for giving the medication to the patient. This data type allows many different expressions. For example: "Every 8 hours"; "Three times a day"; "1/2 an hour before breakfast for 10 days from 23-Dec 2011:"; "15 Oct 2013, 17 Oct 2013 and 1 Nov 2013". Sometimes, a rate can imply duration when expressed as total volume / duration (e.g. 500mL/2 hours implies a duration of 2 hours). However, when rate doesn't imply duration (e.g. 250mL/hour), then the timing.repeat.duration is needed to convey the infuse over time period.

Comments

This attribute might not always be populated while the Dosage.text is expected to be populated. If both are populated, then the Dosage.text should reflect the content of the Dosage.timing.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
36. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
37. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.extension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
38. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.modifierExtension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element and that modifies the understanding of the element in which it is contained and/or the understanding of the containing element's descendants. Usually modifier elements provide negation or qualification. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension. Applications processing a resource are required to check for modifier extensions.

Modifier extensions SHALL NOT change the meaning of any elements on Resource or DomainResource (including cannot change the meaning of modifierExtension itself).

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Is Modifiertrue
Summarytrue
Requirements

Modifier extensions allow for extensions that cannot be safely ignored to be clearly distinguished from the vast majority of extensions which can be safely ignored. This promotes interoperability by eliminating the need for implementers to prohibit the presence of extensions. For further information, see the definition of modifier extensions.

Alternate Namesextensions, user content, modifiers
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
39. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.event
Definition

Identifies specific times when the event occurs.

Control0..*
TypedateTime
Summarytrue
Requirements

In a Medication Administration Record, for instance, you need to take a general specification, and turn it into a precise specification.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
40. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat
Definition

A set of rules that describe when the event is scheduled.

Control0..1
TypeElement
Summarytrue
Requirements

Many timing schedules are determined by regular repetitions.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
tim-1: if there's a duration, there needs to be duration units (: duration.empty() or durationUnit.exists())
tim-2: if there's a period, there needs to be period units (: period.empty() or periodUnit.exists())
tim-4: duration SHALL be a non-negative value (: duration.exists() implies duration >= 0)
tim-5: period SHALL be a non-negative value (: period.exists() implies period >= 0)
tim-6: If there's a periodMax, there must be a period (: periodMax.empty() or period.exists())
tim-7: If there's a durationMax, there must be a duration (: durationMax.empty() or duration.exists())
tim-8: If there's a countMax, there must be a count (: countMax.empty() or count.exists())
tim-9: If there's an offset, there must be a when (and not C, CM, CD, CV) (: offset.empty() or (when.exists() and ((when in ('C' | 'CM' | 'CD' | 'CV')).not())))
tim-10: If there's a timeOfDay, there cannot be a when, or vice versa (: timeOfDay.empty() or when.empty())
41. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
42. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.extension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
43. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.bounds[x]
Definition

Either a duration for the length of the timing schedule, a range of possible length, or outer bounds for start and/or end limits of the timing schedule.

Control0..1
TypeChoice of: Duration, Range, Period
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.bounds[x]. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • type @ $this
44. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.bounds[x]:boundsDuration
SliceNameboundsDuration
Definition

Either a duration for the length of the timing schedule, a range of possible length, or outer bounds for start and/or end limits of the timing schedule.

Control0..1
TypeDuration
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
45. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.count
Definition

A total count of the desired number of repetitions across the duration of the entire timing specification. If countMax is present, this element indicates the lower bound of the allowed range of count values.

Control0..1
TypepositiveInt
Summarytrue
Requirements

Repetitions may be limited by end time or total occurrences.

Comments

If you have both bounds and count, then this should be understood as within the bounds period, until count times happens.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
46. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.countMax
Definition

If present, indicates that the count is a range - so to perform the action between [count] and [countMax] times.

Control0..1
TypepositiveInt
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
47. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.duration
Definition

How long this thing happens for when it happens. If durationMax is present, this element indicates the lower bound of the allowed range of the duration.

Control0..1
Typedecimal
Summarytrue
Requirements

Some activities are not instantaneous and need to be maintained for a period of time.

Comments

For some events the duration is part of the definition of the event (e.g. IV infusions, where the duration is implicit in the specified quantity and rate). For others, it's part of the timing specification (e.g. exercise).

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
48. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.durationMax
Definition

If present, indicates that the duration is a range - so to perform the action between [duration] and [durationMax] time length.

Control0..1
Typedecimal
Summarytrue
Requirements

Some activities are not instantaneous and need to be maintained for a period of time.

Comments

For some events the duration is part of the definition of the event (e.g. IV infusions, where the duration is implicit in the specified quantity and rate). For others, it's part of the timing specification (e.g. exercise).

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
49. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.durationUnit
Definition

The units of time for the duration, in UCUM units.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from UnitsOfTime A unit of time (units from UCUM)
Typecode
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
50. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.frequency
Definition

The number of times to repeat the action within the specified period. If frequencyMax is present, this element indicates the lower bound of the allowed range of the frequency.

Control0..1
TypepositiveInt
Summarytrue
Meaning if MissingIf no frequency is stated, the assumption is that the event occurs once per period, but systems SHOULD always be specific about this
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
51. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.frequencyMax
Definition

If present, indicates that the frequency is a range - so to repeat between [frequency] and [frequencyMax] times within the period or period range.

Control0..1
TypepositiveInt
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
52. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.period
Definition

Indicates the duration of time over which repetitions are to occur; e.g. to express "3 times per day", 3 would be the frequency and "1 day" would be the period. If periodMax is present, this element indicates the lower bound of the allowed range of the period length.

Control0..1
Typedecimal
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
53. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.periodMax
Definition

If present, indicates that the period is a range from [period] to [periodMax], allowing expressing concepts such as "do this once every 3-5 days.

Control0..1
Typedecimal
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
54. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.periodUnit
Definition

The units of time for the period in UCUM units.

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from UnitsOfTime A unit of time (units from UCUM)
Typecode
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
55. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.dayOfWeek
Definition

If one or more days of week is provided, then the action happens only on the specified day(s).

Control0..*
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from DaysOfWeek
Typecode
Summarytrue
Comments

If no days are specified, the action is assumed to happen every day as otherwise specified. The elements frequency and period cannot be used as well as dayOfWeek.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
56. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.timeOfDay
Definition

Specified time of day for action to take place.

Control0..*
Typetime
Summarytrue
Comments

When time of day is specified, it is inferred that the action happens every day (as filtered by dayofWeek) on the specified times. The elements when, frequency and period cannot be used as well as timeOfDay.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
57. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.when
Definition

An approximate time period during the day, potentially linked to an event of daily living that indicates when the action should occur.

Control0..*
BindingThe codes SHALL be taken from EventTiming Real world event relating to the schedule
Typecode
Summarytrue
Requirements

Timings are frequently determined by occurrences such as waking, eating and sleep.

Comments

When more than one event is listed, the event is tied to the union of the specified events.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
58. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.repeat.offset
Definition

The number of minutes from the event. If the event code does not indicate whether the minutes is before or after the event, then the offset is assumed to be after the event.

Control0..1
TypeunsignedInt
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
59. MedicationStatement.dosage.timing.code
Definition

A code for the timing schedule (or just text in code.text). Some codes such as BID are ubiquitous, but many institutions define their own additional codes. If a code is provided, the code is understood to be a complete statement of whatever is specified in the structured timing data, and either the code or the data may be used to interpret the Timing, with the exception that .repeat.bounds still applies over the code (and is not contained in the code).

Control0..1
BindingThe codes SHOULD be taken from TimingAbbreviation Code for a known / defined timing pattern
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
Comments

BID etc. are defined as 'at institutionally specified times'. For example, an institution may choose that BID is "always at 7am and 6pm". If it is inappropriate for this choice to be made, the code BID should not be used. Instead, a distinct organization-specific code should be used in place of the HL7-defined BID code and/or a structured representation should be used (in this case, specifying the two event times).

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
60. MedicationStatement.dosage.asNeeded[x]
Definition

Indicates whether the Medication is only taken when needed within a specific dosing schedule (Boolean option), or it indicates the precondition for taking the Medication (CodeableConcept).

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTMedicationAsNeededReasonCodes A coded concept identifying the precondition that should be met or evaluated prior to consuming or administering a medication dose. For example "pain", "30 minutes prior to sexual intercourse", "on flare-up" etc
TypeChoice of: boolean, CodeableConcept
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
Comments

Can express "as needed" without a reason by setting the Boolean = True. In this case the CodeableConcept is not populated. Or you can express "as needed" with a reason by including the CodeableConcept. In this case the Boolean is assumed to be True. If you set the Boolean to False, then the dose is given according to the schedule and is not "prn" or "as needed".

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
61. MedicationStatement.dosage.site
Definition

Body site to administer to.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTAnatomicalStructureForAdministrationSiteCodes A coded concept describing the site location the medicine enters into or onto the body
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
Requirements

A coded specification of the anatomic site where the medication first enters the body.

Comments

If the use case requires attributes from the BodySite resource (e.g. to identify and track separately) then use the standard extension bodySite. May be a summary code, or a reference to a very precise definition of the location, or both.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
62. MedicationStatement.dosage.route
Definition

How drug should enter body.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTRouteCodes A coded concept describing the route or physiological path of administration of a therapeutic agent into or onto the body of a subject
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
Requirements

A code specifying the route or physiological path of administration of a therapeutic agent into or onto a patient's body.

Example
general:<valueCodeableConcept xmlns="http://hl7.org/fhir">
  <coding>
    <system value="https://standardterms.edqm.eu"/>
    <code value="20042000"/>
    <display value="Intrathecal use"/>
  </coding>
</valueCodeableConcept>
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
63. MedicationStatement.dosage.method
Definition

Technique for administering medication.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see SNOMEDCTAdministrationMethodCodes A coded concept describing the technique by which the medicine is administered
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
Requirements

A coded value indicating the method by which the medication is introduced into or onto the body. Most commonly used for injections. For examples, Slow Push; Deep IV.

Comments

Terminologies used often pre-coordinate this term with the route and or form of administration.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
64. MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate
Definition

The amount of medication administered.

Control0..*
TypeElement
Summarytrue
InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
65. MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.id
Definition

Unique id for the element within a resource (for internal references). This may be any string value that does not contain spaces.

Control0..1
Typestring
XML RepresentationIn the XML format, this property is represented as an attribute.
Summaryfalse
66. MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.extension
Definition

May be used to represent additional information that is not part of the basic definition of the element. To make the use of extensions safe and manageable, there is a strict set of governance applied to the definition and use of extensions. Though any implementer can define an extension, there is a set of requirements that SHALL be met as part of the definition of the extension.

Control0..*
TypeExtension
Summaryfalse
Alternate Namesextensions, user content
Comments

There can be no stigma associated with the use of extensions by any application, project, or standard - regardless of the institution or jurisdiction that uses or defines the extensions. The use of extensions is what allows the FHIR specification to retain a core level of simplicity for everyone.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
ext-1: Must have either extensions or value[x], not both (: extension.exists() != value.exists())
SlicingThis element introduces a set of slices on MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.extension. The slices are unordered and Open, and can be differentiated using the following discriminators:
  • value @ url
67. MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.type
Definition

The kind of dose or rate specified, for example, ordered or calculated.

Control0..1
BindingFor example codes, see DoseAndRateType The kind of dose or rate specified
TypeCodeableConcept
Summarytrue
Requirements

If the type is not populated, assume to be "ordered".

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
68. MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.dose[x]
Definition

Amount of medication per dose.

Control0..1
TypeChoice of: Range, Quantity(SimpleQuantity)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
Requirements

The amount of therapeutic or other substance given at one administration event.

Comments

Note that this specifies the quantity of the specified medication, not the quantity for each active ingredient(s). Each ingredient amount can be communicated in the Medication resource. For example, if one wants to communicate that a tablet was 375 mg, where the dose was one tablet, you can use the Medication resource to document that the tablet was comprised of 375 mg of drug XYZ. Alternatively if the dose was 375 mg, then you may only need to use the Medication resource to indicate this was a tablet. If the example were an IV such as dopamine and you wanted to communicate that 400mg of dopamine was mixed in 500 ml of some IV solution, then this would all be communicated in the Medication resource. If the administration is not intended to be instantaneous (rate is present or timing has a duration), this can be specified to convey the total amount to be administered over the period of time as indicated by the schedule e.g. 500 ml in dose, with timing used to convey that this should be done over 4 hours.

InvariantsDefined on this element
ele-1: All FHIR elements must have a @value or children (: hasValue() or (children().count() > id.count()))
69. MedicationStatement.dosage.doseAndRate.rate[x]
Definition

Amount of medication per unit of time.

Control0..1
TypeChoice of: Ratio, Range, Quantity(SimpleQuantity)
[x] NoteSee Choice of Data Types for further information about how to use [x]
Summarytrue
Requirements

Identifies the speed with which the medication was or will be introduced into the patient. Typically the rate for an infusion e.g. 100 ml per 1 hour or 100 ml/hr. May also be expressed as a rate per unit of time e.g. 500 ml per 2 hours. Other examples: 200 mcg/min or 200 mcg/1 minute; 1 liter/8 hours. Sometimes, a rate can imply duration when expressed as total volume / duration (e.g. 500mL/2 hours implies a duration of 2 hours). However, when rate doesn't imply duration (e.g. 250mL/hour), then the timing.repeat.duration is needed to convey the infuse over time period.

Comments

It is possible to supply both a rate and a doseQuantity to provide full details about how the medication is to be administered and supplied. If the rate is intended to change over time, depending on local rules/regulations, each change should be captured as a new version of the MedicationRequest with an updated rate, or captured with a new MedicationRequest with the new rate.

It is possible to specify a rate over time (for example, 100 ml/hour) using either the rateRatio and rateQuantity. The rateQuantity approach requires systems to have the capability to parse UCUM grammer where ml/hour is included rather than a specific ratio where the time is specified as the denominator. Where a rate such as 500ml over 2 hours is specified, the use of rateRatio may be more semantically correct than specifying using a rateQuantity of 250 mg/hour.

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70. MedicationStatement.dosage.maxDosePerPeriod
Definition

Upper limit on medication per unit of time.

Control0..1
TypeRatio
Summarytrue
Requirements

The maximum total quantity of a therapeutic substance that may be administered to a subject over the period of time. For example, 1000mg in 24 hours.

Comments

This is intended for use as an adjunct to the dosage when there is an upper cap. For example "2 tablets every 4 hours to a maximum of 8/day".

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71. MedicationStatement.dosage.maxDosePerAdministration
Definition

Upper limit on medication per administration.

Control0..1
TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
Summarytrue
Requirements

The maximum total quantity of a therapeutic substance that may be administered to a subject per administration.

Comments

This is intended for use as an adjunct to the dosage when there is an upper cap. For example, a body surface area related dose with a maximum amount, such as 1.5 mg/m2 (maximum 2 mg) IV over 5 – 10 minutes would have doseQuantity of 1.5 mg/m2 and maxDosePerAdministration of 2 mg.

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72. MedicationStatement.dosage.maxDosePerLifetime
Definition

Upper limit on medication per lifetime of the patient.

Control0..1
TypeQuantity(SimpleQuantity)
Summarytrue
Requirements

The maximum total quantity of a therapeutic substance that may be administered per lifetime of the subject.

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