QMA Insulin Qualified Medication Aide Exam
Timed Exam Mode - Simulated Conditions
The QMA Insulin exam certifies Qualified Medication Aides in insulin administration, covering scope of practice, diabetes management, blood glucose monitoring, hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia response, and documentation.
A QMA with an insulin certification is preparing to administer insulin to a resident. The resident's blood glucose level is within the range specified on the sliding scale order. What is the immediate next step for the QMA?
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A
Administer the insulin dose as indicated on the sliding scale.
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B
Contact the licensed nurse to get permission to administer the dose.
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C
Recalculate the dose based on the resident's meal intake.
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D
Administer half the dose and recheck the blood glucose in 15 minutes.
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