AES Test Study Guide Ch.51

A doctor orders 120 milligrams of medication for a patient. If 0.5 milliliters of liquid contains 30 milligrams of medication, how many milliliters should be given to the patient?

2 mL

3 Tablespoons is equal to how many milliliters?

45 mL

Which of the following is true about medication labels?

An expiration date must be printed on all medication labels.

Which type of drug allergy affects the entire body and causes an inability to breathe?

Anaphylaxis

On a needle, what is the name of the flat, slanted end?

Bevel

Which identifier is used to mark the label of a controlled substance?

C" followed by a Roman numeral

With whom must a medical provider register in order to prescribe, dispense, or administer controlled substances?

Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)

What are controlled substances?

Drugs that have the potential for abuse or addiction

A patient must take 120 milligrams of medication per day. Each pill contains 30 milligrams of medication. How many pills should the patient take?

Four

Where should oral medications be prepared?

In the room where the medication is stored

Which drug route would be used to administer a nasal spray?

Inhalation

How many times can a Schedule II drug prescription be refilled?

It cannot be refilled

Why might a contraceptive medication be prescribed to a patient?

To prevent conception and pregnancy

The name nitroglycerin is an example of a ____.

generic names

In which of the following describes intramuscular injections?

Administered in the patient's muscle

What should be done to ensure that medication is given to the right patient?

Use two forms of identification

Most oral medications use a ____ action, which results in medication being carried through the body by the bloodstream.

systemic

A patient weighs 165 pounds. He must take medication in the amount of 40 mg/kg/day. How many milligrams must the patient take each day?

3000 mg

When gathering IV equipment, it is important to maintain the sterility of the equipment.

True

The name Lexapro® is an example of a ____.

trade name

What is the definition of drug?

Any substance that alters the function in a living organism

Which of the following is the best way to dispose of expired medications?

Take medications to the pharmacy for incineration

345 milliliters is equal to how many liters?

0.345 L

At what angle are intradermal injections given?

10- to 15-degree angle

A health care worker is asked to infuse 500 milliliters of medication into a patient over a period of 5 hours, using a 15-drip set. What is the drip rate? Use the equation Drip Rate = Milliliters of Fluid × Drip Set ÷ Minutes of Infusion.

25 drops per minute

Which of the following syringe sizes would be used to administer medication?

3 mL

At what angle are subcutaneous injections given?

45-degree angle

You are asked to create a solution that is 3 parts water and 2 parts bleach. You have 4 liters of bleach. How much water should you add? HINT: Use the proportion 3 L bleach : 2 L bleach :: X L water : 4 L bleach

6 L water

A doctor can complete 3 examinations in 2 hours. How many examinations can the doctor complete in 4 hours? HINT: Use the proportion 3 exams : 2 hours :: X exams : 4 hours

6 exams

A patient must take 50 milligrams of medication with each meal. If 1 milliliter of liquid contains 25 milligrams of medication, how many milliliters of medication will the patient take, in total, each day? Assume the patient eats 3 meals per day.

6 mL

At what angle are intramuscular injections given?

90-degree angle

Which of the following is considered parenteral medication?

A "shot" Intravenous therapy An injection *All of the above*

Which of the following is true about calling in prescriptions to pharmacies?

A medical assistant may call in prescriptions, except those for Schedule II drugs.

Who is responsible for prescribing medications?

A medical provider with prescribing authority

Which type of drug would be most helpful to a patient with a bad cough?

Antitussive

Why must patients be monitored closely after an injection?

Adverse reactions can occur suddenly

Which of the following statements about medication storage is not correct?

All medications should be refrigerated.

What is the best way to dispose of an expired controlled substance?

By using a DEA-approved disposal company

Which two vital signs must be monitored while a patient is being administered an IV?

Blood pressure and respirations

Which of the following should be completed before administering medication to a patient?

Check the patient's drug allergies Read the physician's medication order Read the medication label *All of the above*

Which are the most frequently-used drug routes?

Parenteral and oral

Why should diabetics rotate the site of insulin injection?

Damaged skin inhibits insulin absorption

On a prescription form, what is the Sig?

Directions to the patient for taking the medication

Which of the following statements about preparing medication is correct?

Do not let prepared medications out of your sight

A patient is to receive 2.6 grams of medication. The medication is available in capsules of 325 milligrams. How many capsules should be given?

Eight

Which of the following is an example of a liquid drug form?

Elixir

What is the best way to avoid an accidental needlestick when you must prepare a syringe ahead of time?

Engage the safety sheath or recap the needle

What is the purpose of aspiration in administering an injection?

Ensures that the needle is not in a blood vessel

Which type of medication is helpful for loosening mucus in the lungs?

Expectorant

It is best to tell an anxious patient that the injection you are about to administer will be painless.

False

Parenteral medication passes through the digestive system.

False

When considering medication dosage, which of the following people should receive a "typical adult dosage"?

Female, age 45, 150 pounds

Which of the following identifiers are required on prescription drug labels?

Generic name Trade name National Drug Code *All of the above*

What should you do if you need to administer an injection to a fidgety two-year-old?

Get assistance holding the child still

Which type of medication might a person with a high blood glucose level need?

Hypoglycemic

Which of the following is true of intravenous injections?

Injects small amounts of medication into bloodstream

What task should be completed regularly to ensure that no drugs have been stolen or misplaced?

Take inventory of all medications

Why must a filter needle be used when withdrawing medication from an ampule?

It will prevent glass from being drawn into the syringe

Which of the following is a factor that may affect medication dosage?

Kidney disease Medication allergy Pregnancy Body weight *All of the above*

Which type of drug action directly affects the area to which it was administered?

Local action

What are two of the most common IV equipment complications?

Loose and kinked tubing

Which of the following is not true about prescriptions?

Medical assistants may write prescriptions for Schedule II drugs.

In which of the following areas can a subcutaneous injection be given?

Mid- and lower-back

What is the mathematical equation for determining drip rate?

Milliliters of Fluid × Drip Set ÷ Minutes of Infusion

As a medical assistant, what should you do after every medication administration?

Monitor the patient for adverse reactions

Which type of medication might be taken for a headache, backache, or toothache?

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

How often should the inventory of controlled substances take place at a medical facility?

Once a day

What route can be used to administer solid drugs?

Oral Buccal Sublingual *All of the above*

Who is responsible for ordering the rate at which medication drips from an IV?

Physician

On a syringe, what is the name of the plastic rod that is used to draw and push out medication?

Plunger

Which of the following is not a responsibility of a medical assistant?

Prescribing medications to patients

Any substance that alters the function in a living organism

Preventative

Which of the following describes the z-track method of injection?

Pull surrounding tissue away from the site during administration

What of the following is not a "right" of drug administration?

Right denomination

Which classification of controlled substances contains drugs that are not approved for medical use?

Schedule I

Which classification of controlled substances contains drugs that have a high potential for abuse and addiction, but are approved for medical use?

Schedule II

Which section of the PDR contains color pictures of drug forms?

Section 4

In which position should a patient be placed when inserting a rectal suppository?

Sim's

Which drug route would involve placing a tablet under the tongue?

Sublingual

How can an air bubble be expelled from a syringe?

Tap barrel and push plunger to release

Which of the following is true about applying a transdermal patch?

The assistant must wear gloves.

What is the therapeutic effect of a drug?

The desired effect

Which of the following is true of needles?

The higher the gauge, the smaller the diameter

What is drip set?

The number of drops it takes to equal 1 milliliter.

How should topical medications be applied to the skin?

With gentle strokes

The medication for the same patient is only available in 500 mg capsules. The patient must take the medication in 2 equal doses each day. How many capsules must the patient take in each dose?

Three

Why might a medical assistant use the physician's desk reference?

To confirm the correct spelling of a medication

What does it mean to dispense a drug?

To hand over a drug to be taken at another time

What is the purpose of a vasodilator medication?

To relax blood vessels and lower blood pressure

Under what circumstances should water be offered to a patient after the administration of oral medication?

Water should be offered as long as it does not interfere with the drug effects.

9/23/20XX, 10:15 AM. 500 mg Tylenol capsules po per Dr. Grove. Pt swallowed caps with great difficulty. Dr. Grove approved liquid Tylenol for home use. Provided written and oral instructions to take 2 tbsp q6hr. Tara Quinn, RMA. -What drug and dosage was given to the patient during this administration?

What drug and dosage was given to the patient during this administration?