QMA Insulin QMA Scope of Practice 4

Question 1

A QMA is preparing insulin and draws up more than the prescribed dose by mistake before administering. What is the correct response?

Accepted Answer

Discard the syringe, prepare a correct dose, and notify the nurse about the near-miss

Answer

Even a near-miss error should be reported to the nurse and the syringe discarded to ensure patient safety and maintain transparency.

Question 2

Which of the following is a QMA permitted to do if a resident's insulin pen appears to be malfunctioning?

Accepted Answer

Withhold the dose and notify the nurse immediately

Answer

A malfunctioning device is a safety concern requiring nurse notification; the QMA should not attempt repairs or improvise with unauthorized supplies.

Question 3

A resident with diabetes asks the QMA to explain why their insulin dose was changed. What is the appropriate response?

Accepted Answer

Tell the resident to ask their nurse or physician for the clinical explanation

Answer

Clinical explanations for medication changes are beyond QMA scope; residents should be directed to the nurse or physician for such information.

Question 4

When must a QMA perform hand hygiene in relation to insulin administration?

Accepted Answer

Both before and after the insulin administration procedure

Answer

Hand hygiene must be performed both before and after insulin administration to prevent infection transmission.

Question 5

A facility updates its insulin administration policy. What obligation does this create for the QMA?

Accepted Answer

The QMA must read, understand, and comply with the updated policy

Answer

QMAs are responsible for knowing and following current facility policies related to their scope of practice.

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