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Nursing assistive personnel can give drugs only if:
Nursing assistive personnel can give drugs only if:
You are an MA-C working in a nursing center. You are supervised by:
You are an MA-C working in a nursing center. You are supervised by:
The purpose of a nurse practice act is to:
The purpose of a nurse practice act is to:
Medication assistants are certified after:
Medication assistants are certified after:
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You are an MA-C. You can have your certification revoked for the following reasons EXCEPT:
You are an MA-C. You can have your certification revoked for the following reasons EXCEPT:
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You are not sure if you should give a certain drug. What should you do?
You are not sure if you should give a certain drug. What should you do?
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Which agency can deny, revoke, or suspend an MA-C's certification?
Which agency can deny, revoke, or suspend an MA-C's certification?
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Some states allow MA-Cs to work in settings that do not employ a licensed nurse.
Some states allow MA-Cs to work in settings that do not employ a licensed nurse.
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You are a CNA and an MA-C. Your agency's job description for nursing assistive personnel does not include giving drugs. Because you are an MA-C, you can still give drugs as directed by the nurse.
You are a CNA and an MA-C. Your agency's job description for nursing assistive personnel does not include giving drugs. Because you are an MA-C, you can still give drugs as directed by the nurse.
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You are an MA-C. A nurse tells you to give a drug that requires a needle. You can give the drug.
You are an MA-C. A nurse tells you to give a drug that requires a needle. You can give the drug.
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State law allows you to give a certain drug. A nurse or agency can make you give the drug.
State law allows you to give a certain drug. A nurse or agency can make you give the drug.
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You are assigned to give drugs and the personal care for 8 residents. Resident care is part of your role as an MA-C.
You are assigned to give drugs and the personal care for 8 residents. Resident care is part of your role as an MA-C.
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You are responsible for:
You are responsible for:
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You are asked to give a drug. Your state does not allow MA-Cs to give that drug. Which is true?
You are asked to give a drug. Your state does not allow MA-Cs to give that drug. Which is true?
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A nurse delegates giving drugs to you. Which is FALSE?
A nurse delegates giving drugs to you. Which is FALSE?
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Giving certain drugs is in your job description. Which is FALSE?
Giving certain drugs is in your job description. Which is FALSE?
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The nurse decided that Mr. Monroe needs a drug for pain relief. The nurse delegates the task of giving the drug to you. You must:
The nurse decided that Mr. Monroe needs a drug for pain relief. The nurse delegates the task of giving the drug to you. You must:
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The nurse asks you to give a drug. You can refuse to perform a task for these reasons EXCEPT:
The nurse asks you to give a drug. You can refuse to perform a task for these reasons EXCEPT:
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You decide to refuse the task of giving a certain drug. What should you do?
You decide to refuse the task of giving a certain drug. What should you do?
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Mr. Monroe complains of pain. He asks for a pain-relief drug. What should you do?
Mr. Monroe complains of pain. He asks for a pain-relief drug. What should you do?
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As an MA-C, what is your role in the medication administration process?
As an MA-C, what is your role in the medication administration process?
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Which of the following can the nurse delegate to you?
Which of the following can the nurse delegate to you?
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What is another name for the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act?
What is another name for the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act?
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A prescription must contain the following EXCEPT:
A prescription must contain the following EXCEPT:
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All schedule V drugs require a prescription.
All schedule V drugs require a prescription.
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Which has no medical use in the United States?
Which has no medical use in the United States?
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Which is NOT a crime?
Which is NOT a crime?
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These statements are about negligence. Which is TRUE?
These statements are about negligence. Which is TRUE?
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Threatening to touch the person's body without the person's consent is:
Threatening to touch the person's body without the person's consent is:
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Restraining a person's freedom of movement is:
Restraining a person's freedom of movement is:
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Photos of Mr. Blue are shown to others without his consent. This is:
Photos of Mr. Blue are shown to others without his consent. This is:
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A person asks you if you are a nurse. You answer yes. What is this?
A person asks you if you are a nurse. You answer yes. What is this?
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Possessing a controlled substance is a crime.
Possessing a controlled substance is a crime.
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Who is at risk for being wounded, attacked, or damaged?
Who is at risk for being wounded, attacked, or damaged?
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You scold an older person for refusing to take ordered drugs. This is:
You scold an older person for refusing to take ordered drugs. This is:
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Which is NOT a sign of elder abuse?
Which is NOT a sign of elder abuse?
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A child is deprived of food, clothing, and shelter. This is:
A child is deprived of food, clothing, and shelter. This is:
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A child has a black eye, bruises on her face, and bite marks on her arm. These are signs of:
A child has a black eye, bruises on her face, and bite marks on her arm. These are signs of:
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A child is dirty and has a body odor. These are signs of:
A child is dirty and has a body odor. These are signs of:
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You find blood stains on a child's underpants. This is a sign of:
You find blood stains on a child's underpants. This is a sign of:
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These statements are about domestic abuse. Which is TRUE?
These statements are about domestic abuse. Which is TRUE?
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You suspect a person was abused. What should you do?
You suspect a person was abused. What should you do?
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Which is NOT a step in the nursing process?
Which is NOT a step in the nursing process?
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The nursing process:
The nursing process:
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Study Notes
Medication Aide Responsibilities
- Nursing assistive personnel can administer medications only if permitted by state law.
- Medication Aide-Certified (MA-C) individuals work under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- The Nurse Practice Act aims to protect public welfare and safety by regulating nursing practices.
Certification and Regulations
- MA-Cs are certified after passing state-mandated education and competency evaluations.
- Certification can be revoked for actions such as drug abuse, but not for refusing verbal orders from doctors.
Professional Boundaries
- Boundary signs include checking on patients on days off, while boundary violations involve accepting personal invitations from patients.
- Professional conduct requires behaviors that prioritize patient welfare over personal needs.
Continuing Education and Task Delegation
- Renewal of MA-C certification typically requires proof of continuing education hours.
- MA-Cs can perform delegated tasks safely, while the nursing staff holds accountability for these tasks.
- Tasks should remain within the scope of legal limits and job descriptions.
Drug Administration Protocols
- If unsure about a drug's administration, MA-Cs should always consult the supervising nurse.
- MA-Cs are not authorized to perform assessments regarding a patient’s pain but must relay such complaints to the nurse.
Legal and Ethical Considerations
- Possession of controlled substances is considered a crime.
- Serious offenses such as assault, battery, and invasion of privacy have specific definitions and implications in a healthcare setting.
Elder Abuse and Child Neglect
- Signs of elder abuse can include unexplained injuries, poor hygiene, and emotional distress.
- Child neglect and abuse manifest through deprivation of basic needs and visible injuries.
Nursing Process
- The nursing process includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation but does not include "observation" as a formal step.
- It is a structured method used for planning and delivering patient care effectively.
Important Drug Regulations
- The Controlled Substance Act regulates controlled substances, differentiating their classifications based on medical use.
- Schedule I drugs are classified as having no accepted medical use in the United States.
Reporting and Response
- Suspected abuse should be reported to a nurse rather than the family or police initially, ensuring appropriate protocols are followed.
- MA-Cs hold significant responsibilities in medication delivery but must operate within their training and state regulations to ensure safety.
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