CMT CMT Medication Storage and Handling

Question 1

What is the standard controlled room temperature range for storing most oral medications?

Accepted Answer

59°F to 77°F (15°C to 25°C)

Answer

32°F to 40°F (0°C to 4°C)

Answer

40°F to 50°F (4°C to 10°C)

Answer

77°F to 95°F (25°C to 35°C)

Question 2

Which of the following medications must be stored in the refrigerator?

Accepted Answer

Insulin

Answer

Aspirin tablets

Answer

Multivitamins

Answer

Ibuprofen tablets

Question 3

What should a medication technician do with medications that have reached their expiration date?

Accepted Answer

Return them to the pharmacy for proper disposal

Answer

Continue using them until supply runs out

Answer

Store separately for future emergency use

Answer

Flush them down the toilet immediately

Question 4

Where should light-sensitive medications be stored to prevent degradation?

Accepted Answer

In an opaque or dark container away from direct light

Answer

Near a window for easy access

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Under bright fluorescent lighting

Answer

On an open countertop

Question 5

Which storage cabinet is required for Schedule II controlled substances?

Accepted Answer

Locked double-key (double-lock) cabinet

Answer

Standard unlocked medication cart

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Open shelf in the nurse's station

Answer

Refrigerator without a lock

Question 6

What information must be verified on a medication storage label before administration?

Accepted Answer

Medication name, strength, expiration date, and patient name

Answer

Only the medication name

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Only the expiration date

Answer

Only the patient name