{"id":117636,"date":"2023-08-29T15:54:38","date_gmt":"2023-08-29T15:54:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=117636"},"modified":"2023-08-29T15:54:40","modified_gmt":"2023-08-29T15:54:40","slug":"qmaqualified-medication-aidebundle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2023\/08\/29\/qmaqualified-medication-aidebundle\/","title":{"rendered":"QMA|Qualified Medication Aide|Bundle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>QMA INDIANA CLASSIFICATION AND DRUGS<br>antacids CORRECT ANSWER Tums, Amphojel, Maalox, Mylanta, Rolaids, Milk of Magnesia<br>anti-ulcer CORRECT ANSWER Pepcid, Zantac, Tagamet<br>antiemetics CORRECT ANSWER Dramamine, Phenergan, Antivert, Tigan<br>emetics CORRECT ANSWER Syrup of Ipecac<br>antidiarrheals CORRECT ANSWER kaolin, Pepto-Bismol, pectin, Kaopectate<br>Cathartics\/laxatives CORRECT ANSWER castor oil, Senokot, Dulcolax, Ex-Lax, Doxidan<br>anti-inflammatory steroids CORRECT ANSWER Decadron, Meticorten, Orasone, Medrol,<br>Cortef<br>NSAIDs CORRECT ANSWER Motrin<br>Advil<br>Ibuprofen<br>Relafen<br>Indocin<br>anti-gout CORRECT ANSWER Zyloprim<br>muscle relaxants CORRECT ANSWER Flexeril, Robaxin, Valium, Zanaflexl<br>analgesics CORRECT ANSWER Tylenol, Darvon, Demerol, Motrin, Advil, Ibuprofen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indiana QMA Medications<br>Dementia Medications:<br>slows the breakdown of acetylcholine therefore improving function of nerve cells in the brain<br>CORRECT ANSWER To treat mild to moderate type Dementias.<br>donepezil (Aricept), rivastigmine (Exelon), galantamine (Reminyl)<br>SE: GI upsets, dizziness, headache, fatigue<br>Tricyclic Antidepressants: increases norepinephrine, serotonin or both in the CNA<br>*Avoid sun exposure, may take up to 4 weeks to take affect CORRECT ANSWER To treat<br>depression.<br>amitriptyline HCL (Elavil), nortriptyline HCL (Pamelor, Aventyl), paroxetine HCL (Paxil),<br>sertraline HCL (Zoloft), fluoxetine HCL (Prozac), escitalopram (Lexapro)<br>SE: seizures, heart irregularities, constipation, urinary retention, diarrhea<br>MAOI Antidepressants: decreases the amount of norepinephrine destroyed by metabolism and<br>allows level to increase in brain<br>*Avoid foods containing high tyramine (cheese, fish, liver, baked potatoes, yogurt, beer, wine)<br>CORRECT ANSWER To treat depression.<br>phenelzine sulfate (Nardil), tranylcypromine sulfate (Parnate)<br>SE: muscle tremors, heart irregularities, diarrhea, sweating, constipation<br>Bipolar\/Manic-Depressive Disorder Meds: alters chemical transmitters in the CNS<br>*Provide adequate salt and juice intake to prevent toxicity CORRECT ANSWER To control and<br>prevent manic episodes.<br>lithium (Lithonate, Lithotabs), divalproex sodium (Depakote)<br>SE: lethargy, nausea, tremor, muscle weakness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anxiolytics: acts selectively on the CNS to affect the mind<br>*Abrupt w\/d may cause seizures, prolonged use may cause Tardive dyskinesia CORRECT<br>ANSWER To control or prevent nervousness\/anxiety.<br>diazepam (Valium), chlordiazepoxide (Librium), hydroxyzine (Atarax, Vistaril), lorazepam<br>(Ativan), alprazolam (Xanax), buspirone hydrocholoride (Buspar)<br>SE: drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, impaired coordination,<br>decreased respirations<br>Antipsychotics (neuroleptics): acts selectively on the CNS to affect the mind<br>*Abrupt w\/d may cause seizures, prolonged use may cause Tardive dyskinesia CORRECT<br>ANSWER To treat mental illness, delusions, hallucinations.<br>thioridazine HCL (Mellaril), chlorpromazine (Thorazine), haloperidol (Haldol), risperidone<br>(Risperdal), olanzapine (Zyprexa), loxapine (Loxitane), quetiapine (Seroquel), ziprasidone<br>(Geodon), thiothixene (Navane), perphenazine (Trilafon), aripiprazole (Abilify), fluphenazine<br>(Prolixin), trifluoperazine (Stelazine)<br>SE: thirst awareness, Tardive dyskinesia<br>Antineoplastics: kills or slows the growth of cancer cells<br>*Avoid alcohol, monitor for bleeding CORRECT ANSWER To treat cancer.<br>procarbazine HCL (Matulane), hydroxyurea (Hydrea, Droxia)<br>SE: n\/v, hair loss, decreased WBC<br>Hormones\/Antineoplastic: given in groups to attack cancer cells at different stages of<br>development<br>*often given in combo w antiemetics, steroids, psychotropics, and diuretics to help tolerate<br>CORRECT ANSWER To treat cancer, hormone replacement therapy.<br>megestrol acetate (Megace)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indiana QMA final study guide questions with correct<br>answers<br>6 rights of medication administration CORRECT ANSWER Right dose, right time, right patient,<br>right route, right documentation, right medication<br>How many checks must be done before giving meds? CORRECT ANSWER 3<br>Cardiac drug classification: ACE inhibitors (antihypertensive) CORRECT ANSWER Vasotec,<br>enalapril<br>Zestril, linsinopril<br>Treats high bp and heart failure<br>Beta Blockers CORRECT ANSWER Cardiac drug, antiarrhythmia, angina and migraines<br>Inderal, propranolol<br>Lopressor, Toprol XL, metoporolol<br>Tenormin, atenolol<br>Corgard, nadolol<br>Calcium channel blockers CORRECT ANSWER Treats arrhythmias, angina (chest pain)<br>Cardizem, diltiazem<br>Procardia, nifedipine<br>Calan, Isoptin, verapamil HCL<br>pulse less than 60 withhold and notify nurse<br>Cardiotonics CORRECT ANSWER Action: slows and strengthens heart action<br>Use: chf, afib. Increases force this decreasing heart rate<br>Lanoxin, Lanoxicap, digoxin<br>Pulse muse be at 60+ to give this medication<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indiana QMA State Test questions with correct answers<br>Antihistamines: Action\/Uses CORRECT ANSWER Combat the effects of histamine; treat<br>motion sickness and allergic reaction<br>Antihistamines: side effects CORRECT ANSWER Drowsiness, dizziness, loss of appetite, dry<br>mouth, urinary retention<br>Antihistamines: medications CORRECT ANSWER Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)<br>Loratadine (Claritin)<br>Phenergen (Promethazine)<br>Dimetapp (brompheniramine)<br>Antihistamines N.C. CORRECT ANSWER Use with caution with cardiac conditions, men with<br>prostate conditions<br>Encourage fluids<br>May develop tolerance<br>Increased drowsiness<br>TB medications CORRECT ANSWER Rifadin (rifampin)<br>INH (isoniazid)<br>Laniazid<br>Nydrazid<br>TB meds N.C. CORRECT ANSWER Can turn urine, feces, sputum, sweat orange<br>Use with caution for residents with acoholism and liver disease<br>Monitor for signs of hepatitis and weight loss give with food<br>Store in light resistant container<br>TB meds: action\/uses CORRECT ANSWER Reduce\/kill growth of the bacteria that causes TB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treat active disease<br>TB side effects CORRECT ANSWER Fatigue<br>Drowsiness<br>Numbness in extremities<br>Nausea<br>Vomiting<br>Confusion<br>Headache<br>Rash<br>Combination products: action\/uses CORRECT ANSWER Preparations containing more than one<br>product<br>Treat cough and allergies<br>Combination products: medications CORRECT ANSWER Sinutab, actifed<br>Combination products: side effects CORRECT ANSWER Drowsiness, dry mouth<br>Combination products N.C. CORRECT ANSWER May elevate B\/P<br>Rebound symptoms can occur<br>Decongestants: Action\/uses CORRECT ANSWER Shrinks mucous membranes and relieves<br>swelling\/congestion<br>Treat allergies, hay fever, and cold symptoms<br>Decongestant medications CORRECT ANSWER Sudafed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Decongestants: side effects CORRECT ANSWER Prolonged use can cause irritation or<br>perforated nasal septum<br>Decongestants N.C. CORRECT ANSWER Can develop tolerance to medications<br>Bronchodilators Side Effects CORRECT ANSWER Restlessness, dizziness, palpitations, nausea,<br>hypertension, withdrawal symptoms<br>Bronchodilators Action\/uses CORRECT ANSWER Relax bronchial muscles<br>open breathing passages<br>Treat asthma, bronchitis, chronic lung disease<br>Bronchodilators N.C. CORRECT ANSWER Anxiety<br>Bronchodilators medications CORRECT ANSWER Proventil (Albuterol)<br>Atrovent<br>Brethine<br>Alimentary<br>Aminophylline<br>Elixophylline<br>Antitussive: action\/uses CORRECT ANSWER Depresses cough<br>Treat persistent cough<br>Antitussive medications CORRECT ANSWER Codeine<br>Benylin-DM<br>Antitussive side effects CORRECT ANSWER Vomiting<br>Drowsiness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nausea<br>Diarrhea<br>Constipation<br>Nervousness<br>Restlessness<br>Antitussive N.C. CORRECT ANSWER No fluids for 15 minutes after taking<br>Respiratory stimulants: action\/uses CORRECT ANSWER Inhalation of medication triggers<br>respiratory center of brain<br>Increases the rate and depth of respiration<br>Respiratory stimulants medications CORRECT ANSWER Spirits of ammonia (smelling salts)<br>Respiratory stimulants side effects CORRECT ANSWER Irritates lining of nose<br>Nausea<br>Respiratory stimulants N.C. CORRECT ANSWER Don&#8217;t hold to close to the nose<br>Antacids: Action\/uses CORRECT ANSWER Neutralize stomach acid<br>Antacids (Medications) CORRECT ANSWER TUMS<br>Rolaids<br>Milk of magnesia<br>Maalox<br>Mylanta<br>Mylicon<br>Antacids Side Effects CORRECT ANSWER Constipation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indiana QMA State Exam questions with correct answers<br>Pharmacology CORRECT ANSWER Is the study of medications and their effect on the body<br>Medications CORRECT ANSWER Are substances or mixture used to diagnose, treat or prevent<br>disease or illness<br>Sources of Medication CORRECT ANSWER plants, animals, minerals, chemicals<br>Semi-Synthetic Drugs CORRECT ANSWER Man-made, plants, animals, or minerals<br>Adverse Effects (ADR) CORRECT ANSWER An undesired side effect or toxicity<br>Allergic Effect CORRECT ANSWER Can be life threatening or simple reactions<br>Allergic Effect CORRECT ANSWER If a resident has breathing problems or a skin rash a<br>medication was administered, the nurse must be notified immediately<br>Side Effect CORRECT ANSWER Outcome that are not intended; the action or effect of a<br>medication other than that desired. Commonly undesirable, such as nausea, headache, insomnia,<br>etc<br>Toxic Effect CORRECT ANSWER Occurs when too much of a medication is absorbed by the<br>body<br>Toxic Effect CORRECT ANSWER Can be life threatening<br>Cumulative Effect CORRECT ANSWER Build up of a substance that could lead to toxicity<br>Ointments CORRECT ANSWER Must be soft enough to spread at room temperature and melt at<br>the body temperature<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ointment CORRECT ANSWER When used for the eye must be marked &#8220;ophthalmic&#8221;<br>(Examples- zinc, oxide ointment, and Vaseline)<br>Half Life CORRECT ANSWER The time it takes half of the medication to leave the<br>bloodstream<br>Short Half Life CORRECT ANSWER The more often a medication must be given to maintain a<br>constant action<br>Half Life CORRECT ANSWER If two hours then 50% of the medication will be gone from the<br>bloodstream in two hours<br>Tinnitus CORRECT ANSWER ringing in the ears<br>Antianxiety CORRECT ANSWER anxiolytics are often referred to as (an) <strong>__<\/strong> medicationprimary treat nervousness &amp; anxiety.<br>Aldomet CORRECT ANSWER Adrenergic blocker and is used to treat hypertension<br>Aricept CORRECT ANSWER treats dementia of Alzheimer&#8217;s<br>Dilantin CORRECT ANSWER treat complex partial seizures<br>Iron CORRECT ANSWER treat iron deficiency anemia<br>Lithium CORRECT ANSWER treats bipolar disorder<br>Luminal CORRECT ANSWER treats grand mal seizures\/sedative\/hypnotic<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA PRACTICE TEST #8 questions with correct<br>answers<br>right, left CORRECT ANSWER The <strong><em><strong>_ side of the brain controls the _<\/strong><\/em><\/strong> side of the<br>body.<br>tangles that affect memory CORRECT ANSWER One change in the nervous system as a result<br>of aging is the appearance of?<br>Sinemet CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following would be given to relieve the symptoms<br>of Parkinson&#8217;s Disease?<br>cerebral stimulant CORRECT ANSWER Ritalin is a(n)?<br>Guillain-Barre Syndrome CORRECT ANSWER A disease caused by an infection of nerve or<br>brain cells is?<br>anticonvulsant CORRECT ANSWER Depakote is a(n)?<br>petit mal CORRECT ANSWER A mild form of epileptic attack with the absence of seizures is<br>called?<br>anticonvulsant CORRECT ANSWER Which medication classification depresses abnormal<br>neuronal discharges in the central nervous system?<br>proteins CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following nutrients build and repair body tissues?<br>pernicious anemia CORRECT ANSWER Low iron in the blood due to the inability of the<br>stomach lining to absorb vitamin B is the cause of what condition?<br>bananas CORRECT ANSWER Hypokalemia may be treated by eating which of the following?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA Practice Test #2 questions with correct answers<br>Palliative CORRECT ANSWER Something that serves to relieve or alleviate symptoms, but not<br>cure<br>Complications associated with terminal illness include: CORRECT ANSWER \u2022 Sleeping<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lack of appetite<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nausea and Vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stomatitis<br>What&#8217;s true about plain CORRECT ANSWER We adapt our discomforts, leading to periods of<br>very minimal sign of discomfort. Lack of pain expression does not mean lack of pain.<br>Pharmacology CORRECT ANSWER The study of medication<br>The official name of medication is called CORRECT ANSWER Generic name<br>Systematic effect CORRECT ANSWER Affects the entire body<br>Adverse effect CORRECT ANSWER An undesired side effect or toxicity<br>Influence medication action includes: CORRECT ANSWER \u2022 Dosage strength<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Presence of food in stomach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disease state of resident<br>Rationale administration of medications include: CORRECT ANSWER \u2022 Cure illness\/treat<br>disease<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relieve symptoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aid in diagnosis of illness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA PRACTICE TEST #7 questions with correct answers<br>drowsiness, perspiration, pallor CORRECT ANSWER symptoms of hypoglycemia<br>glucotrol, diabinese, glucophage CORRECT ANSWER oral hypoglycemic medication<br>pituitary gland CORRECT ANSWER the master endocrine gland<br>insulin CORRECT ANSWER the islets of Langerhans produce and secrete what hormone?<br>diabetes CORRECT ANSWER partial or complete failure of the islets of Langerhans to produce<br>insulin causes?<br>ketones CORRECT ANSWER ketostix are used to test urine for?<br>diet intake CORRECT ANSWER diabetics need to be monitored for?<br>chest pain CORRECT ANSWER one adverse affect of a thyroid hormone is?<br>hyperglycemia CORRECT ANSWER if the resident&#8217;s breath smells fruity, you should suspect?<br>hypothyroidism CORRECT ANSWER underproduction of the hormone thyroxin that results in<br>decreased metabolic rate is called?<br>effects of the aging process on the endocrine system CORRECT ANSWER tendency toward<br>diabetes, water retention, and slower metabolism<br>adrenal cortical steroid CORRECT ANSWER Deltasone is an example of a(n)?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA STATE BOARD EXAM questions with correct<br>answers<br>EDK (Emergency Drug Kit) CORRECT ANSWER a supply of medications maintained &#8220;inhouse&#8221; by the facility.<br>Hypertension CORRECT ANSWER high blood pressure<br>Hypotension CORRECT ANSWER low blood pressure<br>Hypoglycemia CORRECT ANSWER<br>The &#8220;six rights&#8221; of medication administration CORRECT ANSWER 1. Right Medication<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n<li>Right Dose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right Resident<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right Route<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right Time<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right Documentation<br>Four Elements of Successful Communication CORRECT ANSWER 1. Formulation the message<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sending the message<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receiving the message<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observing the feedback<br>Formulation the message CORRECT ANSWER organized, complete and understandable<br>Sending the message CORRECT ANSWER Verbal Communication<br>Nonverbal Communication<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Verbal Communication CORRECT ANSWER written or spoken words<br>Nonverbal Communication CORRECT ANSWER facial expressions, tone of voice, eye<br>movement, posture, gestures, (body language), touching and call lights.<br>Microorganisms CORRECT ANSWER are tiny living things that can only be see with a<br>microscope.<br>Pathogen CORRECT ANSWER the causative agent<br>Pathogen CORRECT ANSWER 1. bacteria<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n<li>viruses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fungi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>protozoa<br>Stomatitis CORRECT ANSWER inflammation of the mouth<br>Pruritus CORRECT ANSWER severe itching<br>Pharmacology CORRECT ANSWER the study of medications and their effect on the body<br>Trade Brand CORRECT ANSWER first letter is capitalized<br>Generic Name (term) CORRECT ANSWER legal noncommercial name for a drug<br>Generic Name CORRECT ANSWER first letter is lower case<br>Local Effect CORRECT ANSWER Limited to the area of the body where medication is applied<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA Practice Test #3 questions with correct answers<br>A_______is required before any member of the health care team can administer a medication<br>CORRECT ANSWER Physician&#8217;s order<br>If a physician gives a nurse a medication order by telephone, he\/she must sign the order:<br>CORRECT ANSWER On his\/her next visit to the facility<br>Verbal or telephone orders from the physician may be taken by a: CORRECT ANSWER<br>Licensed nurse and pharmacist<br>If a medication order is unclear, the QMA has the responsibility to: CORRECT ANSWER \u2022<br>Question any medication order he\/her is not comfortable following.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ask a licensed nurse in the facility to clarify before administering the medication<br>Order that are received from the physician to be carried out immediately are called: CORRECT<br>ANSWER STAT orders<br>Medications given as needed are called: CORRECT ANSWER PRN orders<br>If there is a discrepancy between the dosage on the pharmacy label and the MAR (medication<br>administration record) the QMA should: CORRECT ANSWER Notify the licensed nurse<br>When preparing to administer medication per the orders of the physician, the QMA must follow<br>the_________ of medication administration CORRECT ANSWER 6 rights<br>A system of medication that is less precise than others is called the___________ system.<br>CORRECT ANSWER Household<br>An old English system of measure brought to America by the colonists is called<br>the______________ system. CORRECT ANSWER Apothecary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA State test questions with correct answers<br>The threat to use force against another person and carrying out the threat is CORRECT<br>ANSWER Assault and Battery<br>All individuals are legally protected from? CORRECT ANSWER Libel and slander and Assault<br>and battery<br>The omission or neglect of any reasonable precaution, care or action is ? CORRECT ANSWER<br>Negligence<br>Both healthcare workers and residents are protected by the standard of ? CORRECT ANSWER<br>Reasonable care<br>right medication, right dose, right resident, right route, right time, and right documentation is ?<br>CORRECT ANSWER The six rights of medication administration<br>The first thing to do if you make or discover a medication error is report it to the nurse is called<br>CORRECT ANSWER Reporting<br>the nurse will likely instruct you to assist to observe the resident for CORRECT ANSWER<br>adverse effects<br>This form is completed by whomever is the most familiar with the situation, usually the person<br>who committed or discovered the error by following your facility policy. is called a ? CORRECT<br>ANSWER Medication Error Report<br>what report is sent to the director of nursing or administrator? CORRECT ANSWER medication<br>error report<br>medication error reports are reviewed by ? CORRECT ANSWER medical director and the DON<br>who design plans that will avoid future incidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal information, medical records, written and verbal communications, medical treatment,<br>personal care and behavior is a patients ? CORRECT ANSWER Confidentially<br>give the patient and their property? CORRECT ANSWER privacy<br>you must be <strong><em>_ of a patients personal and medical information CORRECT ANSWER be informed residents have the<\/em><\/strong> to refuse treatment, self-administering medications, choosing personal<br>physician, participating in care planning, having visitors, maintaining personal possessions, and<br>participating in activities in and out of the facility. CORRECT ANSWER Choice<br>patients can <strong>_<\/strong> about services without fear of retaliation CORRECT ANSWER voice<br>grievances<br>residents should be free from <strong>&amp;<\/strong> including physical and chemical restraint for discipline or<br>convenience, verbal,mental, or physical abuse, corporal punishment for seclusion. CORRECT<br>ANSWER freedom from abuse and restraint<br>separation of a resident from other residents or from his\/her room or confinement to his\/her room<br>against the residents will or will of the residents legal representative CORRECT ANSWER<br>involuntary seclusion.<br>deliberate misplacement, exploitation or wrongful, temporary or placement use of a residents<br>belongings or money without the residents consent CORRECT ANSWER misappropriation of<br>resident property<br>verbal communication is CORRECT ANSWER written or spoken words<br>the Qma can observe and report to the facility&#8217;s nurse reactions and side effects to medications<br>exhibited by a resident? CORRECT ANSWER true<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA PRACTICE TEST #9 questions with correct<br>answers<br>active immunity CORRECT ANSWER Immunity acquired by having a disease is called?<br>passive immunity CORRECT ANSWER Immunity acquired by passing antibodies from a<br>mother&#8217;s bloodstream to a baby&#8217;s bloodstream is called?<br>sexual intercourse, shared needles, infected mother&#8217;s passing on to the fetus, blood transfusions<br>CORRECT ANSWER AIDS is transmitted by?<br>tetanus CORRECT ANSWER An immunization would be given for which of the following?<br>inflammation, increased body temperature, pain, discharge CORRECT ANSWER Symptoms of<br>infection may include?<br>antiseptics CORRECT ANSWER Medications that prevent the growth of microorganisms<br>(germs) are called?<br>antibiotics CORRECT ANSWER What classification of medication is utilized to kill or prevent<br>the growth of specific germs?<br>maintain an adequate amount in the blood at all times CORRECT ANSWER Antibiotics must be<br>given at the exact time ordered to\u2026.?<br>change in appetite CORRECT ANSWER Which of the following is NOT one of the early<br>symptoms of cancer?<br>antineoplastics CORRECT ANSWER Medications that kill or slow the growth of cancer cells<br>are called?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA practice test questions with correct answers<br>The Qma is PROHIBITED from performing what tasks CORRECT ANSWER a. assessing the<br>residents condition<br>b. calling the physician<br>c. administering a medication per nasogastric tube<br>d. administering a medication by injection<br>What are some of the QMA scope of practice CORRECT ANSWER a. observe and report to the<br>facility licensed nurse reactions and side effects to a medication exhibited by a resident<br>b. initiate oxygen per nasal cannula or non-sealing mask only in an emergency<br>c. count and administer and document controlled substances<br>Assault and Battery is defined as CORRECT ANSWER The threat to use force against another<br>person and the carrying out of the force.<br>A QMA would be considered negligent if he\/she CORRECT ANSWER Fails to inform the<br>licensed nurse of medication error<br>If a QMA makes a medication error what are some of the following actions that should take<br>place CORRECT ANSWER a. Report to the licensed nurse<br>b. Observed the resident for undesirable effects<br>c. Document the medication error<br>d. Truthfully report the error<br>Residents Rights include what? CORRECT ANSWER a. The right to voice grievances<br>b. The right to refuse treatment and be informed of the consequences<br>c. The right to be free from abuse<br>The Four Elements of successful communication include what? CORRECT ANSWER a.<br>Formulating the message<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>b. Sending the message<br>c. receiving the message<br>d. observing the feedback<br>Verbal Communication is CORRECT ANSWER Spoken and Written words<br>General interventions in response to any difficult behavior include: CORRECT ANSWER<br>Remaining Calm and Attempting to distract or redirect the resident<br>Severe head trauma, stroke and brain disease can all cause CORRECT ANSWER Permanent<br>Cognitive impairment<br>Increased confusion and restlessness in late afternoon, evening and night are symptoms of?<br>CORRECT ANSWER Sundowning<br>When interacting with an anxious resident you should CORRECT ANSWER Provide a quiet<br>calm environment away from groups of people and activity<br>When interacting with a combative resident you should CORRECT ANSWER Remain Calm and<br>in control<br>Infection can be transmitted by CORRECT ANSWER a. Air<br>b. Contaminated soil and water<br>c. Objects<br>d. Insects<br>Standard Precautions include what? CORRECT ANSWER a. Wearing gloves when indicated for<br>resident care<br>b. wearing a gown, apron, mask and protective eyewear when splashing or contamination may<br>occur<br>c. washing hands at appropriate times<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A contagious disease of the liver caused by a virus and spread by exposure to infected blood,<br>sexual contact or fecal\/oral contact is called? CORRECT ANSWER Hepatitis<br>A nosocomial infection is CORRECT ANSWER an infection acquired while in a health care<br>facility<br>In a fire emergency you should first CORRECT ANSWER Remove the resident from the<br>immediate area of the fire to a place of safety<br>If a resident is chocking and a complete blockage of airway is present you should first<br>CORRECT ANSWER Use the Heimlich Maneuver<br>If a resident falls you should first CORRECT ANSWER Call for help Immediately<br>When vital parts of the body (brain, heart, and lungs) do not get enough blood and the resident<br>has a rapid heart beat, pallor, perspiration, light headedness, chills, fainting, low blood pressure,<br>and confused this is called CORRECT ANSWER Shock<br>If a resident heart function and circulation stop and the resident is unresponsive there is no chest<br>movement or pulse, pupils are dilated and fixed, and skin is cyanotic the resident might be<br>experiencing CORRECT ANSWER Cardiac Arrest<br>If a resident has a seizure you should CORRECT ANSWER a. remove objects from the vicinity<br>b. loosen the resident&#8217;s clothing<br>c. never restrain the resident<br>Poisoning can be prevented by CORRECT ANSWER a. never using anything from an unlabeled<br>container<br>b. Keeping toxic substances and cleaning supplies locked and out of reach of residents<br>c. locking medication carts when left unattended<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA State test questions with correct answers<br>ccms CORRECT ANSWER clean catch midstream<br>QMA scope of practice CORRECT ANSWER may perform hemoccult testing on stool<br>specimens as ordered by a physician<br>hemoccult testing CORRECT ANSWER A screen for fecal occult blood<br>Hemoccult test slide (quaiac paper) CORRECT ANSWER assess for expiration date<br>hypovalemia CORRECT ANSWER state of decreased blood volume. May cause a high false<br>oximetry reading.<br>QMA&#8217;s may not apply oxygen to a resident in an emergency without a physicians order.<br>CORRECT ANSWER However there is often a PRN order for oxygen when the resident falls<br>short of breath\/oxygen saturation levels are low.<br>QMA&#8217;s may initiate a nasal cannula only in an emergency situation. CORRECT ANSWER<br>QMA&#8217;s may initiate non-sealing mask per emergency or PRN situation.<br>oxygen dries out the mucous membranes of the mouth and respiratory system. CORRECT<br>ANSWER The physician may order humidity to be placed on the oxygen source.<br>Physician ordered humidity along w\/ oxygen. (distilled water) CORRECT ANSWER This means<br>gas passes through the water and water vapor is picked up before going to the resident.<br>When applying sterile\/distilled water to residents oxygen remember to. CORRECT ANSWER<br>discard the sterile\/distilled water after 2 weeks.<br>Portable oxygen tanks CORRECT ANSWER have a few lbs of oxygen, they can last up to 8 hrs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oxygen concentrator weighs approximately 35 lbs. It must be plugged in to an electrical outlet.<br>CORRECT ANSWER Concentrator&#8217;s extract oxygen from the room air and circulates it back to<br>the resident.<br>Do not use petroleum (vasoline) to resident&#8217;s nares during administration of oxygen. CORRECT<br>ANSWER Example: dry lips, chap-stick should not be applied if it has vasoline in it.<br>Signs\/symptoms of respiratory distress CORRECT ANSWER rapid pulse, rapid,shallow, flaring<br>nostrils, restlessness respirations, cyanosis.<br>Position the resident in a Semi-Fowler&#8217;s or Fowler&#8217;s to maintain an open airway. CORRECT<br>ANSWER Apply ordered oxygen administration device.<br>Nasal cannula 1\/2 inch prongs should be placed? CORRECT ANSWER in a downward<br>direction.<br>A reading on the oximetry of 90% may indicate? CORRECT ANSWER Resident need to be<br>given oxygen&#8217;<br>Instilling a Commercially Prepared Disposable Enema. CORRECT ANSWER Solution into the<br>rectum and sigmoid colon. Removes feces\/flatus.<br>QMA&#8217;s may only instill a commercially prepared enema which contains approximately<br>CORRECT ANSWER 120ml (4oz.) of fluid.<br>Commercially Prepared Disposable Enema&#8217;s increases water absorption in the small intestine by<br>osmotic action. CORRECT ANSWER A laxative effect that occurs due to increased peristalsis<br>and water retention.<br>Sodium bi-phosphate (fleet enema) CORRECT ANSWER is a saline laxative commonly ordered<br>to be administered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Record color, consistency and amount after resident has had a CORRECT ANSWER bowl<br>movement from a prepared disposable enema<br>A localized collection of puss in any part of the body which is the result of disintegration or<br>displacement of tissue. CORRECT ANSWER Abscess<br>Chemical present in many organs and tissues of the body that has important physiological<br>functions, ex: transmission of a nerve impulse across a synapse i.e. neurotransmitters.<br>CORRECT ANSWER Acetylcholine<br>Naturally acquired immunity obtained by contracting a disease or by the injection the infectious<br>organism. CORRECT ANSWER Active Immunity<br>An undesired side effect of a medication or toxicity CORRECT ANSWER Adverse effect<br>Psychotic reaction in which a person exhibits wide swing in emotional feeling. CORRECT<br>ANSWER Affective psychosis<br>Acquired immune deficiency syndrome effect the body&#8217;s ability to fight infections CORRECT<br>ANSWER (AIDS) Spread through body fluids<br>Motor restlessness continuous movement of mouth, hands, picking at self and rocking in a chair<br>CORRECT ANSWER Akathisia<br>Complete or partial loss of muscle movement CORRECT ANSWER Akinesia<br>A substance that causes a hypersensitive reaction (an allegy) CORRECT ANSWER Allergen<br>Sensitivity to any substance contacted by touch, inhalation, ingestion or injections ( such as<br>poison ivy, pollen, insect bites, foods or meds); causes sneezing, itching, swelling, difficulty in<br>breathing CORRECT ANSWER Allergic Effect<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA state test questions with correct answers<br>What carries blood away from the heart? CORRECT ANSWER arteries<br>what causes myocardial ischemia? CORRECT ANSWER lack of adequate oxygen supply to the<br>heart<br>What is glaucoma? CORRECT ANSWER increased intraocular pressure<br>what meds treat glaucoma? CORRECT ANSWER miotics, beta blocker<br>what is the action of miotics CORRECT ANSWER decreases eye pressure<br>What are cataracts? CORRECT ANSWER secondary infection, congenital disorder, reaction to<br>medicafions or chemical toxicity<br>what are symptoms of cataracts? CORRECT ANSWER gradual blurring of vision, milky white<br>pupil<br>what is treatment of cataracts? CORRECT ANSWER surgery, lens implantation, medications, or<br>corrective glasses<br>what medications treat cataracts CORRECT ANSWER fluorometholone (FML), prednisolone<br>(AK-Pred), diclofenac (voltaren)<br>What is conjunctivitis? CORRECT ANSWER inflammation of the conjunctiva<br>what causes conjunctiva CORRECT ANSWER irritation, allergies, bacteria<br>symptoms of conjunctivitis CORRECT ANSWER -redness<br>-itchiness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-a gritty feeling (dryness)<br>-a discharge crust<br>-tearing<br>what are nursing considerations for eye insillation medicine CORRECT ANSWER place on<br>lower lid, do not touch bottle to eye, wait 5 mins before administrating another eye med<br>what type of medication is pilocarpine HCL (pilocar) CORRECT ANSWER miotic<br>what are nursing considerations for miotics? CORRECT ANSWER monitor blood pressure,<br>apply at nights, wait 5 mins before administrating another eye med<br>adverse effects of miotics CORRECT ANSWER headache, perspiration, salivation, night<br>blindness, blurred vision, possibility of increased blood pressure<br>what does optic beta blockers treat? CORRECT ANSWER glaucoma<br>optic beta blocker CORRECT ANSWER timolol maleate (timoptic solution)<br>what is the action of timolol maleate (timoptic solution) CORRECT ANSWER lowers<br>intraocular pressure<br>adverse effects of optic beta blocker CORRECT ANSWER eye irritation, blurred vision, reduced<br>heart rate and blood pressure, confusion<br>od CORRECT ANSWER right eye<br>os CORRECT ANSWER left eye<br>ou CORRECT ANSWER both eyes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What do mydriatics do for the eye? CORRECT ANSWER Dilate the pupil (My &#8220;D&#8221;riatic &#8220;D&#8221; for<br>dilate)<br>what is the action of optic lubricants CORRECT ANSWER soothes and lubricates dry eyes<br>Meniere&#8217;s disease cause CORRECT ANSWER chronic disturbance of the inner ear with soecific<br>cause undetermined<br>symptoms of menieres disease CORRECT ANSWER dizziness, runging in the ears, nausea and<br>vomiting, loss of hearing as part of the disease process<br>treatment of menieres disease CORRECT ANSWER restrictions on salt and caffeine, may be<br>treated with diuretics and antiemetics<br>What is cystitis? CORRECT ANSWER inflammation of the bladder<br>What is edema? CORRECT ANSWER &#8211; The excess accumulation of FLUID IN THE intersitial<br>TISSUE spaces.<br>edema is a symptom of CORRECT ANSWER congestive heart failure (CHF), and kidneys not<br>functioning properly<br>rate of kidney filtration declines CORRECT ANSWER effects of aging<br>53% decrease in renal blood flow CORRECT ANSWER effects of aging<br>decrease in size and number of functioning nephrons CORRECT ANSWER effects of aging<br>weakening bladder muscles, causing incomplete emptying of the bladder and urinary retention<br>CORRECT ANSWER effects of aging<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>diminished kidney size CORRECT ANSWER effects of aging<br>impaired clearance of medications through the renal system CORRECT ANSWER effects of<br>aging<br>decreased ability to respond to variations in sodium intake CORRECT ANSWER effects of<br>aging<br>Furosemide CORRECT ANSWER Lasix<br>hydrochlorothiazide CORRECT ANSWER Esidrix, Hydro-DIURIL<br>Spironolactone CORRECT ANSWER Aldactone<br>what is the action of aldactone CORRECT ANSWER increase urinary production<br>Bumetanide CORRECT ANSWER bumex<br>side effects of diuretics CORRECT ANSWER weakness, dry mouth, orthostatic hypotension,<br>headache and abnormal loss of potassium<br>nursing consideration for diuretics CORRECT ANSWER give with fluid, monotor for edema,<br>daily weight change if 2lbs is significant, confusion cramping and irregular heartbeat may be<br>sign of low potassium, encourage resident to eat healthy high potassium foods, encourage<br>resident to rise slow, obtain blood pressure weekly<br>hypo CORRECT ANSWER under<br>hyper CORRECT ANSWER over<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QMA practice exam questions with correct answers<br>Qma&#8217;s are prohibited from: CORRECT ANSWER Calling a physician, assessing a resident,<br>adminisitering a stage II treatment, administering meds through a nasgastric tube<br>The Qma scope of practice includes: CORRECT ANSWER Observe and report to a nurse<br>reactions and side effects of meds, take vital signs prior to some medications, personally set up<br>and give medications that you were trained on, not document what another person gave a<br>resident<br>When giving a PRN medication, the nurse must cosign the clinical record CORRECT ANSWER<br>True<br>The Qma is allowed to treat a second degree burn if you follow the order exactly CORRECT<br>ANSWER False<br>The Qma must document in the clinical record any and all observations and what is reported by<br>the resident CORRECT ANSWER True<br>What is assault and battery? CORRECT ANSWER A verbal threat that is carried out<br>Leaving a resident alone in the shower room, failing to report an observation or occurrence to the<br>nurse, causing injury by using broken equipment would be an example of: CORRECT ANSWER<br>Negligence<br>What describes &#8220;painless killing of a patient suffering from an incurable disease&#8221;? CORRECT<br>ANSWER Euthanasia<br>Medication errors can be caused by: CORRECT ANSWER Lack of concentration, lack of<br>knowledge, poor communication, performing outside your scope of practice<br>If you have a medication error, you report it to the doctor immediately CORRECT ANSWER<br>False<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Undesirable medication effects could be CORRECT ANSWER Vomiting, dizziness,<br>hives\/drowsiness, difficult breathing<br>Report all suspected abuse to the nurse <strong><em><strong><em>______<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong>. CORRECT ANSWER<br>Immediately<br>The Qma is exempt from performing the initial and final steps created for Cna&#8217;s CORRECT<br>ANSWER False<br>What is verbal communication? CORRECT ANSWER Written or spoken words<br>What can cause permanent cognitive impairment? CORRECT ANSWER Severe head trauma<br>Stroke<br>Brain disease<br>What is sundowning? CORRECT ANSWER Increased confusion and restlessness in late<br>afternoon<br>When interacting with an anxious resident you should: CORRECT ANSWER Provide a quiet,<br>calm environment away from groups<br>When interacting with a combative resident you should: CORRECT ANSWER Remain calm and<br>in control<br>What is nosocomial infection? CORRECT ANSWER An infection squired while in a facility<br>What is hepatitis? CORRECT ANSWER A contagious liver disease<br>If you have a spill on the floor, you must use: CORRECT ANSWER Gloves, paper towels, wet<br>floor sign<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When do you clean up a spill? CORRECT ANSWER Immediately<br>In the event of a fire, what does the R stand for? CORRECT ANSWER Remove residents<br>To use a fir extinguisher, what does the P stand for? CORRECT ANSWER Pull the pin<br>Medications: the trade\/brand name is always: CORRECT ANSWER Capital letters<br>Synthetic medications are: CORRECT ANSWER Man-made<br>The systemic effect of a medication <strong><em><strong><em>___<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong>. CORRECT ANSWER Effects the entire<br>body<br>The effects of medication is <strong><em><strong><em>____<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong>. CORRECT ANSWER The observable results<br>of changes in the body<br>An antagonistic effect is <strong><em><strong><em>_____<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/strong>. CORRECT ANSWER Negative effect that one<br>chemical have with another chemical<br>What is ADR? CORRECT ANSWER An undesired side effect or toxicity<br>What organ excretes most medications? CORRECT ANSWER Kidneys<br>What are legend medications? CORRECT ANSWER Medication that can only be obtained with<br>a prescription<br>Qma&#8217;s can take phone orders if they repeat the order back to the doctor for accuracy. 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