CMT Study Guide 2026

PRN (as-needed) orders must include specific dose, route, frequency, and any maximum limits to ensure safe administration; incomplete orders must be clarified.

Pharmacokinetics refers to the study of how the body handles a drug, encompassing the processes of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME). It describes the movement of drugs within the body over time, influencing how quickly and effectively a medication reaches its target site and is eliminated.

Sublingual tablets are placed under the tongue where they dissolve and are rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream.

Documenting care that was not provided is falsification of medical records, which is both a criminal act and a serious ethical breach requiring mandatory reporting.

Vitamin K found in leafy greens can significantly reduce warfarin's anticoagulant effect, making consistent dietary vitamin K intake critical for stable INR levels.

Resident refusal must be documented and reported to the nurse so the care team can address the situation appropriately.