AMAP AMAP Medication Administration Techniques

Question 1

Which route of administration delivers medication directly into the bloodstream for the fastest effect?

Accepted Answer

Intravenous (IV)

Answer

Intravenous administration delivers medication directly into the bloodstream, producing the fastest therapeutic effect.

Question 2

When administering an oral liquid medication, the AMAP should measure the dose at which eye level?

Accepted Answer

Eye level with the meniscus

Answer

Oral liquid medications must be measured at eye level with the bottom of the meniscus to ensure accurate dosing.

Question 3

A sublingual medication should be placed:

Accepted Answer

Under the tongue

Answer

Sublingual medications are placed under the tongue where they dissolve and are absorbed through mucous membranes into the bloodstream.

Question 4

When applying a transdermal patch, the AMAP should first:

Accepted Answer

Remove the old patch and clean the skin

Answer

Before applying a new transdermal patch, the old patch must be removed and the skin cleaned to prevent medication buildup and skin irritation.

Question 5

Which technique should an AMAP use to prevent aspiration when administering oral medication to a patient with swallowing difficulty?

Accepted Answer

Position the patient upright at 90 degrees

Answer

Positioning the patient upright at 90 degrees uses gravity to aid swallowing and reduces the risk of aspiration.

AMAP - Assistive Medication Administration Personnel Practice Test