Texas medication aide test Updated
Questions and Answers
OD - ANS-right eye
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opthalmic - ANS-pertaining to the eye b b b b b
antiviral drugs - ANS-acyclovir ( herpes) and AZT( HIV) work by resembling nucleotides
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and blocking DNA synthesis
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how to administer ear drops - ANS-1. straighten ear canal (3 and up pull up) (under 3 pull
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down)
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2. Gently massage the tragus
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3. have patient remain is side-lying position for 5 minutes
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4. insert small piece of cotton loosely into ear
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Do Not Crush Meds - ANS-enteric, gel coated, capsules, and time release (XR, ER, SR, and
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XL)
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medication to treat both pain and cough - ANS-codeine
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Expectorants: Main Actions - ANS-Liquefies mucous secretions allowing them to be
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expectorated. makes mucus thinner
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medication aides must report a change of address or contact information within how
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many days? - ANS-30 days
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Pathogens are - ANS-microorganisms that cause disease, such as bacteria, viruses,
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parasites, fungi
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patch medications are administered - ANS-topical (transdermal)
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Suspension - ANS-A mixture in which particles can be seen and easily separated by
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settling or filtration
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NAR - ANS-Nurse Aide Registry
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MAR - ANS-medication administration record
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