MACE Legal and Ethical Issues 4

Question 1

Which action violates a resident's right to privacy during medication administration?

Accepted Answer

Discussing the resident's medications loudly in a common area

Answer

Discussing a resident's medications in a public area violates their right to privacy and confidentiality under both HIPAA and resident rights regulations.

Question 2

What is the purpose of an incident report following a medication error?

Accepted Answer

To document facts for quality improvement and legal protection

Answer

Incident reports are factual documentation used for quality improvement, pattern identification, and legal protection of the facility and staff.

Question 3

Scope of practice for a medication aide is primarily defined by:

Accepted Answer

State law and the employing facility's policies

Answer

Scope of practice is established by state statutes and regulations, further refined by facility policies within those legal boundaries.

Question 4

A resident has a valid Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order. The medication aide finds the resident unresponsive. The aide should:

Accepted Answer

Follow the DNR order, call for the nurse, and do not initiate CPR

Answer

A valid DNR order must be honored; the aide should summon the nurse and not initiate CPR in accordance with the resident's documented wishes.

Question 5

Which behavior by a medication aide represents a breach of professional boundaries?

Accepted Answer

Accepting a large cash gift from a resident

Answer

Accepting gifts of significant value from residents crosses professional boundaries and may constitute exploitation of a vulnerable adult.

(MACE) Medication Aide Certification Examination Practice Test

(MACE) Medication Aide Certification Examination Practice Test

MACE Legal and Ethical Issues 4