Adverse Reactions and Side Effects Flashcards
6 cards from real QMAP practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
Read the first 6 Adverse Reactions and Side Effects flashcards as text
A resident taking an antibiotic develops hives and facial swelling shortly after administration. What should the QMAP do first?
Answer: Withhold the next dose and notify the supervisor or nurse immediately
Signs of an allergic reaction such as hives and swelling require immediate withholding of the medication and prompt notification of the supervising nurse.
Which of the following is considered an adverse drug reaction (ADR)?
Answer: A resident develops a rash after taking a newly prescribed antibiotic
An ADR is an unintended, harmful response to a medication at a normal therapeutic dose, such as a rash from an antibiotic.
A resident on a diuretic complains of muscle cramps and weakness. Which electrolyte imbalance should the QMAP suspect and report?
Answer: Hypokalemia
Diuretics commonly cause potassium loss (hypokalemia), which can present as muscle cramps and weakness.
A resident taking an antipsychotic medication develops a high fever, muscle rigidity, and altered consciousness. This is most consistent with which serious adverse reaction?
Answer: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a life-threatening reaction to antipsychotics characterized by fever, rigidity, and altered consciousness.
What is orthostatic hypotension, and why is it important for a QMAP to know about it?
Answer: A sudden drop in blood pressure when standing, which can cause falls after medication administration
Orthostatic hypotension is a drop in blood pressure upon standing and is a common side effect of several medications that increases fall risk.
Which symptom following medication administration should a QMAP report to the nurse as a potential sign of anaphylaxis?
Answer: Difficulty breathing and throat tightening
Difficulty breathing and throat tightening are hallmark signs of anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic emergency requiring immediate action.