QMAP Legal and Ethical Responsibilities 2

Question 1

What is the legal scope of practice for a QMAP in Colorado?

Accepted Answer

Authorized to administer medications as delegated by a licensed nurse within regulatory guidelines

Answer

QMAPs operate under delegation from a licensed nurse within Colorado State Board of Nursing regulations.

Question 2

A resident's family member asks for details about the resident's medications. What should the QMAP do?

Accepted Answer

Refer to the supervising nurse, as sharing may violate privacy regulations

Answer

Sharing medication information is governed by HIPAA. Refer inquiries to the supervising nurse.

Question 3

A QMAP witnesses another staff member taking a resident's medication. What is their obligation?

Accepted Answer

Report immediately to the supervisor as potential diversion

Answer

The QMAP has a legal and ethical obligation to report suspected diversion immediately.

Question 4

What is "informed consent" in medication administration?

Accepted Answer

The resident's right to receive information and make voluntary treatment decisions

Answer

Residents must be provided sufficient information to make voluntary decisions about their medication treatment.

Question 5

Under what circumstances may a QMAP refuse to administer a medication?

Accepted Answer

When the order appears incorrect, medication appears compromised, or the situation poses safety risk

Answer

QMAPs have the right and obligation to refuse when legitimate safety concerns exist.

QMAP - Qualified Medication Administration Person Practice Test