CMT Legal and Ethical Guidelines 2

Question 1

A resident refuses to take their prescribed medication. What is the CMT's legal obligation?

Accepted Answer

Document the refusal and notify the nurse

Answer

Residents have the legal right to refuse medications, and the CMT must document the refusal and report it to the supervising nurse.

Question 2

Which federal law specifically protects the rights of nursing home residents, including the right to be free from unnecessary medications?

Accepted Answer

OBRA 1987

Answer

OBRA 1987 (Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) established resident rights in long-term care facilities, including protections against unnecessary medications.

Question 3

A CMT discovers a co-worker taking medication samples from a resident's supply. This is considered:

Accepted Answer

Medication diversion, a criminal offense

Answer

Taking medication from a resident's supply is medication diversion, which is a serious criminal offense and grounds for license revocation.

Question 4

When must a CMT obtain a new medication order before administering a drug?

Accepted Answer

Whenever the original order has expired or been changed

Answer

A CMT must have a valid, current written order before administering any medication; expired or changed orders require new authorization.

Question 5

The ethical principle of 'non-maleficence' requires a CMT to:

Accepted Answer

Avoid causing harm when administering medications

Answer

Non-maleficence means 'do no harm,' obligating the CMT to prevent injury or adverse outcomes during medication administration.

(CMT) Certified Medication Technician Practice Test

(CMT) Certified Medication Technician Practice Test

CMT Legal and Ethical Guidelines 2