MACE Medication Knowledge 4

Question 1

Which medication is classified as a controlled substance Schedule II, indicating a high potential for abuse?

Accepted Answer

Oxycodone

Answer

Oxycodone is a Schedule II controlled substance due to its high abuse and addiction potential.

Question 2

A patient receiving a loop diuretic like furosemide should be monitored for which electrolyte imbalance?

Accepted Answer

Hypokalemia

Answer

Loop diuretics cause significant potassium loss through urine, leading to hypokalemia.

Question 3

What does the term 'therapeutic index' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The ratio between a drug's toxic dose and its effective dose

Answer

The therapeutic index measures the safety margin of a drug — a narrow index means toxic and effective doses are close together.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a medication interaction where one drug increases the effect of another?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol enhancing the sedative effect of benzodiazepines

Answer

Alcohol is a CNS depressant that potentiates the sedative effects of benzodiazepines, increasing risk of respiratory depression.

Question 5

When applying a topical cream, the medication aide should use which technique to avoid skin irritation and cross-contamination?

Accepted Answer

A cotton swab or gloved finger

Answer

Gloves or applicators protect both the resident's skin and the medication aide from contamination.

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