MACE Medication Knowledge 3

Question 1

A resident is prescribed a nitroglycerin tablet for chest pain. Where should it be placed?

Accepted Answer

Under the tongue

Answer

Nitroglycerin is administered sublingually (under the tongue) for rapid absorption into the bloodstream.

Question 2

Which of the following medications requires the medication aide to take an apical pulse for one full minute before administration?

Accepted Answer

Digoxin

Answer

Digoxin is held if the apical pulse is below 60 bpm because it slows heart rate and can cause bradycardia.

Question 3

A patient's medication label reads '1 tab PO BID.' How many tablets should the patient receive daily?

Accepted Answer

2

Answer

BID means twice daily, so 1 tablet given twice equals 2 tablets per day.

Question 4

Which type of medication error involves giving the right drug but at the wrong time?

Accepted Answer

Timing error

Answer

A timing error occurs when medication is given outside the acceptable time window for a scheduled dose.

Question 5

A medication aide is storing insulin. Which of the following storage conditions is correct for a vial currently in use?

Accepted Answer

Store at room temperature for up to 28–30 days

Answer

An open vial of insulin can typically be kept at room temperature for 28–30 days, depending on the manufacturer's instructions.

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