CMA Medication Administration & Safety 2

Question 1

Where should a sublingual nitroglycerin tablet be placed?

Accepted Answer

Under the tongue

Answer

Sublingual means under the tongue, where the tablet dissolves and is absorbed rapidly into the bloodstream.

Question 2

When instilling eye drops, where should the drops be placed?

Accepted Answer

Into the lower conjunctival sac

Answer

Drops go into the pocket formed by gently pulling down the lower lid, avoiding direct contact with the cornea.

Question 3

How should an adult resident's ear be positioned when administering ear drops?

Accepted Answer

Pull the pinna up and back

Answer

Pulling the adult pinna up and back straightens the ear canal so drops reach the canal.

Question 4

Which position is preferred for inserting a rectal suppository?

Accepted Answer

Left Sims' (left side-lying)

Answer

The left Sims' position follows the natural curve of the rectum and sigmoid colon, easing insertion.

Question 5

Before applying a new transdermal medication patch, the medication aide should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Remove the old patch and use a different site

Answer

Removing the old patch prevents overdose and rotating sites reduces skin irritation.

CMA - Certified Medical Aide Practice Test