Texas medication aide test
OD - correct answer-right eye
opthalmic - correct answer-pertaining to the eye
antiviral drugs - correct answer-acyclovir ( herpes) and AZT( HIV) work by resembling
nucleotides and blocking DNA synthesis
how to administer ear drops - correct answer-1. straighten ear canal (3 and up pull up)
(under 3 pull down)
2. Gently massage the tragus
3. have patient remain is side-lying position for 5 minutes
4. insert small piece of cotton loosely into ear
Do Not Crush Meds - correct answer-enteric, gel coated, capsules, and time release (XR,
ER, SR, and XL)
medication to treat both pain and cough - correct answer-codeine
Expectorants: Main Actions - correct answer-Liquefies mucous secretions allowing them to
be expectorated. makes mucus thinner
medication aides must report a change of address or contact information within how many
days? - correct answer-30 days
Pathogens are - correct answer-microorganisms that cause disease, such as bacteria,
viruses, parasites, fungi
patch medications are administered - correct answer-topical (transdermal)
Suspension - correct answer-A mixture in which particles can be seen and easily separated
by settling or filtration
NAR - correct answer-Nurse Aide Registry
MAR - correct answer-medication administration record
Can a medication aide administer oxygen via cannula or non-sealing mask? - correct
answer-only in an emergency, after which the medication aide must verbally notify the
licensed nurse on duty or on call, and appropriately document the action and notification.
0.25 mg and 0.25 mg is - correct answer-0.5 mg, 0.50 mg
what hormone is produced in the pancreas? - correct answer-insulin and glucagon
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