QMA Test #2 Questions with Correct Answers

The systemic effect: Answer Affects the entire body An adverse effect is defined as: Answer An undesired effect of toxicity Factors that influence medication action include: Answer Dosage strength, Presence of food in the stomach, & Disease state of the resident The rationale for administration of medication include: Answer Cure illness/treat disease & Relieve Symptoms Legend medications are: Answer Medications that can only be obtained with a prescription filled by a licensed pharmacist The QMA can do all of the following: Answer Prepare medication for administration, Administer medication and document administration, Observe, document and report to the licensed nurse reactions to medication Absorption occurs when medication moves from the site of administration into the bloodstream. Route of administration affect absorption. Which route is the slowest to be absorbed? Answer Oral The shorter the half-life of the medication: Answer More often a medication must be given to maintain a constant action The process by which a substance is changed into a form that is more easily excreted by the body is: Answer Metabolism