Medication Safety Flashcards
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A medication is labeled 'sublingual.' Where should it be administered?
Answer: Under the tongue
Sublingual medications are placed under the tongue where they dissolve and absorb directly into the bloodstream.
Which of the following is an example of a high-alert medication that requires extra caution?
Answer: Insulin
Insulin is a high-alert medication because errors in dosing can cause life-threatening hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
A medication order reads '500 mg BID.' How many times per day should it be given?
Answer: Twice
BID is a Latin abbreviation for 'bis in die,' meaning twice a day.
What is the purpose of the Medication Administration Record (MAR)?
Answer: To document when and what medications were given
The MAR provides a legal record of all medications administered to a resident, including time, dose, and route.
Which of the following is the safest way to identify a resident before giving medications?
Answer: Check the resident's name band and verify with photo ID or two identifiers
Using at least two identifiers, such as name and date of birth verified against the MAR and ID band, ensures correct resident identification.
A topical medication is ordered for a resident. This means it should be:
Answer: Applied to the skin surface
Topical medications are applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes for local or systemic effect.
What should a medication aide do if a resident is asleep at medication time?
Answer: Attempt to wake the resident appropriately and notify the nurse if unable
The aide should gently attempt to rouse the resident; if unsuccessful, the nurse must be notified to determine how to proceed.