med-tech practice test questions and answers | latest update | 2024/2025 | graded A+
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med-tech practice test questions and
answers | latest update | 2024/2025 |
graded A+
What is the first step in the medication administration process?
- Administering the medication immediately
- Verifying the patient’s identity
Checking the medication order for accuracy
- Documentin...
med-tech practice test questions and
answers | latest update | 2024/2025 |
graded A+
What is the first step in the medication administration process?
- Administering the medication immediately
- Verifying the patient’s identity
✔✔ Checking the medication order for accuracy
- Documenting the medication in the chart
Which of the following actions is essential when measuring liquid medication?
✔✔ Using a calibrated measuring device
- Using any available spoon
- Estimating the dosage by eye
- Pouring directly into the patient’s mouth
How should you respond if a patient has an adverse reaction to a medication?
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,- Ignore it and wait for the symptoms to pass
✔✔ Stop the medication and notify the supervisor or healthcare provider immediately
- Reduce the dosage without informing anyone
- Administer another medication to counteract the reaction
When administering medication via a transdermal patch, what is a key consideration?
✔✔ Rotate the application site to avoid skin irritation
- Apply the patch to the same spot each time
- Remove the patch after only a few hours
- Cut the patch to adjust the dosage
Which of the following is a correct method for handling controlled substances?
- Leaving them in an unlocked cabinet
✔✔ Storing them in a locked and secure location
- Sharing them with other patients
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, - Discarding unused portions without documentation
How should you document medication administration?
- Only document when there is a problem
✔✔ Record the administration immediately after giving the medication
- Document everything before administering the medication
- Wait until the end of the shift to document all medications
When should medication aides wash their hands during the administration process?
✔✔ Before and after administering any medication
- Only when they feel their hands are dirty
- After the medication round is complete
- Handwashing is optional if gloves are worn
What should you do if a medication label is unclear or missing information?
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