Caregiver Medication Management 2

Question 1

Which is within a caregiver's scope regarding medications?

Accepted Answer

Reminding the client to take prescribed medications

Answer

Adjusting dosages based on symptoms

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Crushing tablets without checking safety

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Recommending OTC medications

Question 2

A medication says 'Take with food' but the client wants to take it on an empty stomach. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Explain the instruction and encourage eating first

Answer

Allow them to take it however they prefer

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Skip the medication

Answer

Crush it and add to water

Question 3

You notice a possible adverse drug reaction. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Document symptoms and notify the supervisor immediately

Answer

Give another medication to counteract it

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Stop all medications

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Wait 24 hours to see if symptoms resolve

Question 4

How should refrigerated medications be stored?

Accepted Answer

In the refrigerator at 36-46°F (2-8°C)

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In the freezer for maximum freshness

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At room temperature if preferred

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In a cool dark cabinet

Question 5

What is the purpose of a MAR (Medication Administration Record)?

Accepted Answer

To track when medications are taken and by whom

Answer

To replace prescription labels

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To allow dosage adjustments

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To serve as a new prescription

Question 6

A client missed their morning dose. What should the caregiver do?

Accepted Answer

Document and consult the care plan or healthcare provider

Answer

Give a double dose in the evening

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Skip the evening dose

Answer

Tell the client it does not matter