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The purpose of this study was to apply concepts of the TEM framework to MAEs and identify what students believed to be “threats”, “threat management interventions”, “errors”, and “error management interventions” in the process of medication administration. Nursing students have not yet entered the professional practice environment, and must be competent for safe practice upon their arrival. Methods This qualitative study utilized semi-structured interviews. Participants were in their final year of nursing school. IRB approval was obtained. Results Participant responses reflected the trends of current nursing literature. More emphasis was placed on validating medication rights, utilizing technology, and following hospital policy and procedures. Little attention was given to medication dosage calculation, their lack of experience contributing to errors, or using a second nurse to validate a drug before administration. 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