Questions and Answers
What does CRMA Cannot refer to?
How often must one re-certify?
Every two years
How long is the re-certification class?
8 hours
What do psychotropic drugs relate to?
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What are anti-psychotic drugs used for?
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Anti-psychotics have no regulations.
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Psycho-active drugs work with the central nervous system.
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PRN stands for _____
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What must a doctor provide for prescribing drugs?
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In Maine, it is acceptable to flush medications.
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What must be done with Schedule 2 medications?
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The five rights of medication administration include person, drug, dosage, root, and _____
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What does MAR stand for?
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What are the steps to check the 5 rights?
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What is considered a normal body temperature?
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What is a normal heart rate range?
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What is the normal respiratory rate?
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What is normal blood pressure?
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Vital signs include temperature, pulse, respiration, and _____
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What is another name for a blood pressure cuff?
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CRMA can assess pain levels.
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Study Notes
CRMA Regulations and Responsibilities
- CRMA cannot give injectables unless specifically trained by a registered nurse (RN).
- Re-certification is required every two years, with a 30-day grace period to complete it or retake the class.
- Re-certification involves completing an 8-hour class.
Medication Categories
- Psychotropic drugs are specifically related to mental illnesses.
- Anti-psychotic drugs are used to manage symptoms of mental illnesses like bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
- Anti-psychotics are heavily regulated major tranquilizers.
- Psycho-active drugs affect the central nervous system but have fewer regulations, dealing primarily with conditions like depression and anxiety.
Drug Administration Guidelines
- PRN medications can be taken as needed, meaning "when necessary."
- Doctors must provide specific instructions when prescribing drugs, including symptoms to monitor and any restrictions or precautions.
- Oral and external medications must be stored separately to avoid confusion.
- Flushing medications is permissible in Maine.
Controlled Substances
- Schedule 2 medications are highly regulated, requiring daily counting and signatures if used, weekly if not used.
- To destroy Schedule 2 medications, two people must be present, and they should be stored separately in a double-locked location.
Medication Administration Rights
- The five rights of medication administration include confirming the person, drug, dosage, route, and time.
- Checking the five rights should occur three times during medication handling: when pulling out, pouring, and passing the medication.
Vital Signs
- Normal body temperature ranges from 98.6°F to 99°F, with various methods for checking (oral, rectal, thermal scan, otic, axillary).
- A normal heart rate (pulse) is between 60-100 beats per minute.
- Normal respiratory rate is between 12-20 breaths per minute.
- Typical blood pressure reading is 120/80 mmHg; high indicates hypertension and low indicates hypotension.
- The process for measuring blood pressure involves pumping to 180 mmHg and releasing the valve slowly to determine systolic and diastolic pressures.
Terminology
- Vital signs (VS) include temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- A blood pressure cuff is referred to as a sphygmomanometer.
- CRMA can collect data regarding pain levels but is prohibited from assessing pain.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards for Unit One of the Maine CRMA course. This quiz covers important terms and concepts related to medication administration and mental health. Perfect for anyone preparing for certification or wanting to refresh their skills.