QMA Insulin - Qualified Medication Aides Insulin Blood Glucose Monitoring Questions and Answers

Question 1

A QMA is preparing to perform a fingerstick blood glucose test on a resident. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate site for the puncture?

Accepted Answer

The side of the fingertip

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The fleshy pad of the fingertip

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The base of the thumb

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The center of the palm

Question 2

A resident's blood glucose level is 65 mg/dL. The resident is awake and able to swallow. What is the QMA's IMMEDIATE priority?

Accepted Answer

Provide the resident with a source of fast-acting carbohydrate.

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Administer the resident's scheduled insulin.

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Recheck the blood glucose in one hour.

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Document the finding and continue with medication pass.

Question 3

After using a lancet to obtain a blood sample for glucose monitoring, what is the correct procedure for disposal?

Accepted Answer

Dispose of the uncapped lancet in a designated sharps container.

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Recap the lancet and place it in the regular trash.

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Drop the lancet into a red biohazard bag.

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Wipe the lancet with an alcohol pad and reuse it for the same resident.

Question 4

Which of the following actions should a QMA take before using a glucometer for the first time on a resident?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the code on the test strip vial matches the code on the glucometer, if required.

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Wipe the first drop of blood away before applying blood to the test strip.

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Ask the resident to hold their hand above their heart.

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Apply a large drop of blood to the center of the test strip.

Question 5

A QMA obtains a fasting blood glucose reading of 140 mg/dL for a resident with diabetes. This reading is considered:

Accepted Answer

Hyperglycemic (high blood sugar)

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Hypoglycemic (low blood sugar)

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Within the normal target range

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A critical value requiring immediate 911 call

Question 6

A QMA is assisting a resident who uses a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device. Which statement accurately describes the QMA's role with this device?

Accepted Answer

The QMA can use the reader to obtain glucose readings as instructed by the nurse.

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The QMA is responsible for inserting and removing the CGM sensor.

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The QMA should calibrate the CGM device daily using a fingerstick.

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The QMA can independently adjust insulin doses based on CGM trends.