AMAP Medication Administration Techniques Flashcards

To verify correct patient identity before medication administration, an AMAP should use:

Answer: Two patient identifiers such as name and date of birth

Using two patient identifiers (name and date of birth) is the standard safety practice to prevent medication errors from misidentification.

Which of the following is a correct step when preparing oral medications from a blister pack?

Answer: Pop the tablet into the medication cup without touching it

Popping the tablet directly into the medication cup without touching it maintains hygiene and prevents contamination.

When administering multiple oral medications at the same time, the AMAP should generally give which type of medication LAST?

Answer: Opioids or controlled substances

Controlled substances require extra verification steps and should be given last to ensure all required checks are completed before administration.

A patient spits out a medication after it was placed in their mouth. The AMAP should:

Answer: Report the refusal and document it; do not re-administer without guidance

A refusal must be documented and reported to the supervising nurse; covert or forced administration is illegal and unethical.

When giving a medication via nasogastric (NG) tube, what must be confirmed BEFORE administration?

Answer: Correct tube placement

Verifying correct NG tube placement before administration prevents medication from entering the lungs, which can be life-threatening.

After administering a medication, the AMAP should remain with the patient for:

Answer: Long enough to observe that the patient swallowed and shows no immediate reaction

The AMAP must observe the patient swallowing the medication and watch for any immediate adverse reactions before leaving.