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direct observation

direct observation Direct observation is a treatment approach in which a patient is watched directly while taking medication or receiving care.

Direct observation is a treatment approach in which a patient is watched directly while taking medication or receiving care. It is used to lower the chance that treatment will be interrupted and to help ensure the patient follows the treatment plan.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Directly Observed Therapy” (D023801).
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