DSP DSP - Direct Support Professional Medication Administration and Support Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which of the following medications typically requires special handling as a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Schedule II opioid pain medications

Answer

Over-the-counter antacids

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Vitamins and dietary supplements

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Topical moisturizing creams

Question 2

A DSP notices that a supported individual's medication blister pack shows a different person's name on the label. What should the DSP do?

Accepted Answer

Hold the medication, do not administer it, and contact the supervisor and pharmacy immediately

Answer

Administer the medication since the pills look the same

Answer

Remove the label and rewrite the correct name

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Ask the individual if they recognize the pills

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

To document every medication given, refused, or missed for each individual

Answer

To record staff work schedules

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To list medications that are currently out of stock

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To track pharmacy delivery dates

Question 4

Which observation should a DSP immediately report to a healthcare provider after administering a new medication?

Accepted Answer

The individual developed a rash, difficulty breathing, or swelling after taking the medication

Answer

The individual fell asleep at their normal bedtime

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The individual asked what the medication is for

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The individual drank a glass of water after swallowing the pill

Question 5

What does 'medication self-administration' mean in the context of DSP support?

Accepted Answer

The supported individual manages and takes their own medications with the level of supervision determined by their support plan

Answer

A DSP takes the medication on behalf of the individual

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Staff administer all medications without involvement from the individual

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Medications are placed in food for automatic intake

Question 6

Why must DSPs avoid crushing or splitting medications without a specific physician or pharmacist order to do so?

Accepted Answer

Some medications are extended-release or enteric-coated, and altering them can be dangerous or reduce effectiveness

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Crushing medications makes them harder to swallow

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Splitting pills increases the cost of medications

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It creates more paperwork for staff