Roles & Responsibilities Flashcards
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A medication aide discovers they administered the wrong dose to a resident. What is the FIRST action they should take?
Answer: Notify the supervising nurse immediately
The medication aide must immediately notify the supervising nurse so appropriate clinical action can be taken to protect the resident.
Which action falls WITHIN the scope of practice for a certified medication aide?
Answer: Administering a prescribed oral medication per the MAR
Administering prescribed oral medications as listed on the MAR is a core task within the medication aide's scope of practice.
A resident refuses their scheduled medication. The medication aide should:
Answer: Document the refusal and report it to the supervising nurse
Resident refusal must be documented on the MAR and reported to the nurse to ensure appropriate follow-up.
Who holds ultimate accountability for medications administered by a medication aide?
Answer: The supervising licensed nurse
The supervising licensed nurse retains professional accountability for medications delegated to and administered by the medication aide.
A newly certified medication aide is asked by a co-worker to administer a medication they have never given before. The aide should:
Answer: Consult the supervising nurse before administering
When uncertain about an unfamiliar medication, the aide must consult the supervising nurse before administration to ensure safe practice.
Which of the following is a legal requirement for medication aides in most U.S. states?
Answer: Completing a state-approved medication aide training program
Most states require medication aides to complete a state-approved training program and pass a competency exam before practicing.
A medication aide may NOT independently perform which task?
Answer: Modifying a medication dosage based on a resident's complaint
Modifying dosages requires a physician order and nurse assessment; medication aides must administer medications exactly as ordered.