MAC Medication Storage and Handling

Question 1

What is the standard temperature range for storing most medications at 'room temperature' per USP guidelines?

Accepted Answer

59°F to 77°F (15°C to 25°C)

Answer

36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C)

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32°F to 40°F (0°C to 4°C)

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77°F to 86°F (25°C to 30°C)

Question 2

Which type of medication most commonly requires refrigeration between 36°F and 46°F (2°C to 8°C)?

Accepted Answer

Insulin and certain biologic medications

Answer

Most oral tablets and capsules

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Schedule II controlled substances

Answer

Topical ointments and creams

Question 3

How must Schedule II controlled substances be stored in a long-term care facility?

Accepted Answer

In a double-locked, secure cabinet or location

Answer

In a locked drawer in the nursing station

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In the refrigerator with other medications

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In a standard medication cart with other resident medications

Question 4

What is the correct action when a medication is found to have passed its expiration date?

Accepted Answer

Remove it from active stock and follow facility disposal procedures

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Continue using it until the current supply is exhausted

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Store it separately and use it only for non-critical needs

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Return it to its container and document on the MAR

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of keeping the medication cart locked when it is not in use?

Accepted Answer

To prevent unauthorized access and reduce medication diversion risk

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To protect medications from temperature fluctuations

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To maintain proper humidity levels for tablets

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To organize medications alphabetically by drug name

Question 6

What temperature range is defined as 'cool' storage for medications that require conditions between room temperature and refrigeration?

Accepted Answer

46°F to 59°F (8°C to 15°C)

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36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C)

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59°F to 77°F (15°C to 25°C)

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32°F to 36°F (0°C to 2°C)

Question 7

What should a medication attendant do with medications labeled 'protect from light'?

Accepted Answer

Store them in a dark, opaque container or cabinet shielded from direct light

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Refrigerate them immediately to block light exposure

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Administer them only during nighttime hours to limit light exposure

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Store them with controlled substances in the double-locked cabinet