Question 1

When should a Medication Aide report a medication error to the supervisor?

Options :

A : Before the next medication is due

B : During the end-of-shift report

C : As soon as the error occurs

D : After calling the physician

Answer: C

Question 2

When administering ear drops, you do all of the following except for what?

Options :

A : Keep the medication in the refrigerator until just before administering it

B : Massage the ear after administering the medication.

C : Remove any cerumen with a clean washcloth that may be blocking the medication instillation

D : Administer the medication to the prescribed ear only.

Answer: A

Question 3

Which of the following are side effects of anticholinergic medications?

Options :

A : Dry mouth and urinary retention

B : Excessive thirst and hunger

C : Urinary urgency and excessive salvia

D : Bradycardia and dizziness

Answer: A

Question 4

What is the most effective antiviral for the flu?

Options :

A : Abacavir

B : Acyclovir

C : Amantadine hydrochloride

D : Oseltamivir

Answer: D

Question 5

The clearance of metabolic wastes is one of the most important functions of the kidney and is the most accurate measure of the health of which part of the kidney?

Options :

A : Tubules

B : Urethea

C : Nephrons

D : Bladder

Answer: C