Training and Accreditation Flashcards

Which body fluid precaution standard applies when a QMA prepares and administers an insulin injection?

Answer: Standard precautions, including glove use and hand hygiene

Standard precautions including hand hygiene and glove use apply whenever there is potential contact with blood or body fluids, including during insulin injection.

A QMA training program must address sharps safety primarily to prevent:

Answer: Needlestick injuries and bloodborne pathogen exposure

Sharps safety training is required to protect QMAs from needlestick injuries and potential bloodborne pathogen exposure such as hepatitis B or HIV.

Which scenario would require a QMA to withhold an insulin dose and immediately notify the nurse?

Answer: The resident's blood glucose reads 58 mg/dL before a meal

A pre-meal blood glucose of 58 mg/dL indicates hypoglycemia; administering insulin in this situation could be life-threatening and the nurse must be notified immediately.

When a QMA completes insulin training at one employer and transfers to a new employer in the same state, which step is typically required?

Answer: Provide proof of current certification and complete any facility-specific orientation or competency verification

While state certification may transfer, new employers typically require facility-specific orientation and may require a competency demonstration before the QMA administers insulin.

A QMA notices the insulin vial they are about to use appears cloudy when it should be clear. According to training, they should:

Answer: Withhold the dose and notify the nurse—the insulin may be compromised

Unexpected cloudiness in a normally clear insulin indicates possible contamination or degradation; the dose must be withheld and the nurse notified.

Which statement about continuing education for QMA insulin accreditation is accurate?

Answer: Continuing education updates the QMA's knowledge and is required for recertification in most states

Most states require ongoing continuing education as a condition of recertification to ensure QMAs remain current with best practices and updated protocols.

A QMA accreditation program's final evaluation should confirm that the QMA can perform which combination of tasks safely?

Answer: Prepare the correct dose, perform site rotation, administer safely, and document accurately

Final QMA evaluations confirm competency in preparation, site selection, correct administration technique, and accurate documentation—the core scope of practice.