*Session 3 Medication Management (DSP 2)*

When should a medication dose be recorded in an individual's medication log? A) at the time the medication is taken by the individual B) when the individual has a serious side effect C) within 24 hours of when the individual takes the medication D) an hour before the individual takes the medication

A) at the time the medication is taken by the individual

What is one way to help avoid interactions between multiple medications the individual is taking? A) use the same pharmacy for all of the individual's medication needs B) ask the individual to make a list of all his/her medications C) read about the side effects of the medications D) observe for possible medication side effects

C) read about the side effects of the medications

What is one thing the DSP should do before the doctor writes the order for a medication? A) write the medication in the individual's medication log B) check that the doctor is licensed to prescribe medications C) ask the doctor about the possible side effects of the medication D) tell the doctor about other medications being taken by the individual

D) tell the doctor about other medications being taken by the individual

One of the Five Rights the DSP must follow to ensure medication safety is A) the right dose B) the right to vote C) the right thing to wear D) the right to choose

A) the right dose

What should the DSP do if he/she thinks in an individual is experiencing a severe allergic reaction soon after taking medication? A) observe the individual closely for the next 24 hours B) call 911 to get emergency medical care C) reread the medication information sheet D) call the individual's parents

B) call 911 to get emergency medical care

What must the DSP do to ensure they are giving the right medication to the right person? A) read the medication information sheet until they understand it B) read and compare the information on the medication label and the information on the medication log three times C) ask the individual if they take the medication D) make sure the medication is not expired

B) read and compare the information on the medication label and the information on the medication log three times

Which of the following disorders may be treated with psychotropic medications? A) epilepsy B) schizophrenia C) diabetes D) heart disease

B) schizophrenia

Which of the following is NOT included on a medication label? A) the name of the medication B) the individual's name C) a list of other medications the individual is taking D) the expiration or discard date

C) a list of other medications the individual is taking

Which category of medication is used to treat epilepsy? A) tranquilizers B) antibiotics C) psychotropics D) anticonvulsants

D) anticonvulsants

Which of the following information could you get from a medication information sheet? A) the number of refills remaining B) other medications the individual is taking C) the date the prescription was filled D) the possible side effects of the medication

D) the possible side effects of the medication