Senior Care Medication Management

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT one of the 'eight rights' of medication administration?

Accepted Answer

Right color

Answer

The eight rights of medication administration do not include 'right color'; color is not a verification standard.

Question 2

A senior resident refuses to take a prescribed medication. The caregiver should:

Accepted Answer

Respect the refusal, document it, and notify the nurse

Answer

Residents have the legal right to refuse treatment; refusals must be documented and reported to the nurse.

Question 3

What does PRN mean on a medication order?

Accepted Answer

Administer as needed

Answer

PRN is a Latin abbreviation for 'pro re nata,' meaning the medication is given as needed based on specific criteria.

Question 4

Which observation after medication administration should be reported to the nurse immediately?

Accepted Answer

Resident develops a rash and swelling after taking a new medication

Answer

A rash and swelling after medication suggest an allergic reaction, which is a medical emergency requiring immediate nurse notification.

Question 5

Why should a caregiver never crush an enteric-coated tablet?

Accepted Answer

Crushing destroys the coating that protects the stomach or controls drug release

Answer

Enteric coatings are designed to protect the stomach lining or to control the release of medication in the intestines.

Senior Care Practice Test