QMAP Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. Which is considered falsification of the MAR? → Documenting that a medication was given when it was not administered
2. You need to give one ounce of Milk Magnesia. How many ccs will you pour into the medication cup? → 30 cc
3. A facility implements barcode scanning for medication administration. What is the primary benefit? → Adds electronic verification catching medication and resident match errors
4. Which of the following is considered an adverse drug reaction (ADR)? → A resident develops a rash after taking a newly prescribed antibiotic
5. What should a QMAP do with a medication that has been dropped on the floor? → Discard it and obtain a new dose
6. What is the primary purpose of the controlled substance count at shift change? → To verify the physical count matches documentation and detect diversion
7. How many milliliters are in 3 teaspoons of medication? → 15 ml
8. Which information must be included on the MAR for each PRN medication administration? → Time given, reason for administration, and resident response after an appropriate interval
9. A QMAP gives a resident a medication they are allergic to and the resident develops hives. What should the QMAP do FIRST? → Ensure resident safety and call for medical help immediately
10. In medication administration, what does “PC" stand for? → After meals
11. A staff member says the Seven Rights are unnecessary with the new electronic MAR system. Is this correct? → No, the Seven Rights must still be followed regardless of documentation system
12. The prescribed dose is 10 mg but only 5 mg tablets are available. What should the QMAP do? → Give two 5 mg tablets to equal 10 mg
13. The "Right Documentation" principle requires documentation at what point? → Immediately after each medication is administered
14. Which abbreviation means "twice a day" on a medication order? → BID
15. A resident has a rectal medication ordered. Which form would this most likely be? → Suppository
16. A medication label states "protect from light." How should it be stored? → In its original amber or opaque container, away from light
17. Which additional "right" emphasizes the duty to educate the resident about their medication? → Right to Know (Right Education)
18. What is the QMAP's responsibility regarding mandatory reporting of suspected abuse or neglect? → Must report suspected abuse or neglect immediately
19. A physician orders 0.5 mL of a medication via oral syringe. Which syringe provides the most accurate measurement? → 1 mL syringe
20. A resident's family member asks for details about the resident's medications. What should the QMAP do? → Refer to the supervising nurse, as sharing may violate privacy regulations
21. A QMAP is checking "Right Resident" but the photo ID looks slightly different from the resident. What should they do? → Use a second identifier or ask a knowledgeable staff member to verify before administering
22. What is the purpose of regular medication storage inspections? → Ensure proper storage, dating, labeling, and regulatory compliance
23. Medications such as amoxicillin and penicillin are used to treat infections caused by bacteria. To which major drug classification do they belong? → Antibiotics
24. Under which DEA schedule are medications with the highest abuse potential and no accepted medical use? → Schedule I
25. How many teaspoons are in 10 milliliters of medication? → 2 tsp
26. When transcribing a new medication order onto the MAR, what is the primary source a QMAP must use? → The written physician's order.
27. Which skin reaction associated with sulfonamide antibiotics can be life-threatening and should be reported immediately? → Stevens-Johnson syndrome presenting as blistering skin lesions and mucosal involvement
28. Before applying a topical medication, what step should be performed first? → Clean the site and remove any previous medication
29. A QMAP notices a discrepancy in the controlled substance count during shift change. What should they do FIRST? → Immediately notify the supervisor without altering documentation
30. A QMAP who forces a competent resident to take medication against their express will could be committing which of the following? → Battery