MACE Medication Storage and Handling 2

Question 1

Nitroglycerin tablets must be stored in what type of container to maintain potency?

Accepted Answer

An original dark glass bottle with a tight-fitting cap

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A standard plastic pill organizer

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A clear plastic zip-lock bag

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Any airtight metal container

Question 2

What is the first step a medication aide should take upon discovering a discrepancy in the controlled substance count?

Accepted Answer

Report the discrepancy immediately to the supervisor or nurse in charge

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Correct the count sheet to match what is on hand

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Wait until the end of the shift to report it

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Assume a coworker made a counting error and recount privately

Question 3

How long can an opened multi-dose vial (MDV) typically be used safely after first use, according to standard guidelines?

Accepted Answer

28 days, unless the manufacturer specifies otherwise

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Until it is empty, regardless of time

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7 days maximum

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Until the original expiration date on the vial

Question 4

Which piece of information is NOT required on a resident's medication container label in a long-term care facility?

Accepted Answer

The cost of the medication

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Resident's full name

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Medication name and strength

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Prescribing physician's name

Question 5

What is the safest practice when measuring liquid oral medications?

Accepted Answer

Pour at eye level into a calibrated medicine cup on a flat surface

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Estimate the amount by eye in a regular cup

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Use a kitchen spoon marked with measurements

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Round up to the nearest tablespoon for ease

Question 6

If medications arrive from the pharmacy with visibly damaged or compromised packaging, what is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Return them to the pharmacy and document the issue

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Accept and use them if the medication inside looks unaffected

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Remove the medication from damaged packaging and store in a new container

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Discard them immediately without notifying the pharmacy

Question 7

What distinguishes a medication refrigerator from a standard food refrigerator in a care facility?

Accepted Answer

It is dedicated solely to medications and has a monitored, logged temperature

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It runs at a colder temperature than food refrigerators

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It is larger to accommodate bulk medication supplies

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It does not require a lock because it is staff-only