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

Answer

Nitroglycerin is highly sensitive to light, air, heat, and moisture, requiring storage in the original dark (amber) glass bottle with a tight cap to prevent degradation.

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

Answer

Controlled substance discrepancies must be reported immediately to the supervisor or charge nurse, as they may indicate diversion or a documentation error requiring prompt investigation.

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

Answer

CDC guidelines recommend discarding multi-dose vials 28 days after first use unless the manufacturer specifies a shorter beyond-use date.

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

Answer

The cost of the medication is not a required label element; required information includes the resident's name, drug name and strength, dose, directions, and prescribing physician.

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

Answer

Liquid medications should be poured into a calibrated medicine cup, read at eye level at the meniscus, on a flat surface to ensure accurate dosing.

(MACE) Medication Aide Certification Examination Practice Test

(MACE) Medication Aide Certification Examination Practice Test

MACE Medication Storage and Handling 2