Nebraska State Medication Aide Exam Practice
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Nursing assistive personnel can give drugs only if:

  • A licensed nurse is in the agency
  • The person's condition is stable
  • Allowed by state law (correct)
  • It is part of the CNA job description

You are an MA-C working in a nursing center. You are supervised by:

  • The doctor who ordered the drug
  • A CNA
  • The person needing the drug
  • A licensed nurse (correct)

The purpose of a nurse practice act is to:

  • Deny, suspend, or revoke nursing licenses
  • Protect the public's welfare and safety (correct)
  • Determine what nursing assistive personnel can do
  • Regulate nursing education

Medication assistants are certified after:

<p>Passing the state-required education and competency evaluation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You are an MA-C. You can have your certification revoked for the following reasons EXCEPT:

<p>Assessing a person's need for a drug (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You are not sure if you should give a certain drug. What should you do?

<p>Ask the nurse (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which agency can deny, revoke, or suspend an MA-C's certification?

<p>The state regulatory agency responsible for MA-C's (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Some states allow MA-Cs to work in settings that do not employ a licensed nurse.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You are an MA-C. A nurse tells you to give a drug that requires a needle. You can give the drug.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

State law allows you to give a certain drug. A nurse or agency can make you give the drug.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You are assigned to give drugs and the personal care for 8 residents. Resident care is part of your role as an MA-C.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You are responsible for:

<p>Completing delegated tasks safely (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You are asked to give a drug. Your state does not allow MA-Cs to give that drug. Which is true?

<p>You could be practicing nursing without a license. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A nurse delegates giving drugs to you. Which is FALSE?

<p>Nurses can delegate to you the responsibility of giving drugs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Giving certain drugs is in your job description. Which is FALSE?

<p>The nurse must delegate the task to you. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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:

<p>Decide to accept or refuse the task (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The nurse asks you to give a drug. You can refuse to perform a task for these reasons EXCEPT:

<p>You do not like the role (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You decide to refuse the task of giving a certain drug. What should you do?

<p>Communicate your concerns to the nurse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mr. Monroe complains of pain. He asks for a pain-relief drug. What should you do?

<p>Tell the nurse (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

As an MA-C, what is your role in the medication administration process?

<p>Giving drugs as delegated by the nurse (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can the nurse delegate to you?

<p>Making and reporting observations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act?

<p>The Controlled Substance Act (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A prescription must contain the following EXCEPT:

<p>The cost of the drug (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

All schedule V drugs require a prescription.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which has no medical use in the United States?

<p>Schedule I drugs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a crime?

<p>Negligence (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

These statements are about negligence. Which is TRUE?

<p>Harm was caused to a person or a person's property. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Threatening to touch the person's body without the person's consent is:

<p>Assault (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Restraining a person's freedom of movement is:

<p>False imprisonment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Photos of Mr. Blue are shown to others without his consent. This is:

<p>Invasion of privacy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person asks you if you are a nurse. You answer yes. What is this?

<p>Fraud (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Possessing a controlled substance is a crime.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is at risk for being wounded, attacked, or damaged?

<p>All patients and residents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You scold an older person for refusing to take ordered drugs. This is:

<p>Verbal abuse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a sign of elder abuse?

<p>Stiff joints and joint pain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A child is deprived of food, clothing, and shelter. This is:

<p>Neglect (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A child has a black eye, bruises on her face, and bite marks on her arm. These are signs of:

<p>Physical abuse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A child is dirty and has a body odor. These are signs of:

<p>Neglect (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You find blood stains on a child's underpants. This is a sign of:

<p>Sexual abuse (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

These statements are about domestic abuse. Which is TRUE?

<p>One partner has control over the other partner. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

You suspect a person was abused. What should you do?

<p>Tell the nurse (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a step in the nursing process?

<p>Observation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The nursing process:

<p>Is the method nurses use to plan and deliver nursing care (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Medication Aide-Certified (MA-C)

Individuals certified to assist with medication under nurse supervision.

Nursing Assistive Personnel

Workers who can administer meds if allowed by state law.

Nurse Practice Act

A law that regulates nursing practices to protect public safety.

Revocation of Certification

Loss of certification due to actions like drug abuse.

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Professional Boundaries

Standards that define appropriate relationships with patients.

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Continuing Education

Education required for renewing MA-C certification.

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Delegated Tasks

Tasks assigned to MA-Cs that must stay within legal limits.

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Drug Administration Protocols

Guidelines to follow for safe medication delivery.

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Patient Pain Assessment

MA-Cs must relay pain complaints but cannot assess them.

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Controlled Substances

Drugs regulated by the Controlled Substance Act.

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Schedule I Drugs

Drugs deemed to have no accepted medical use in the U.S.

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Reporting Abuse

MA-Cs must report abuse to a nurse, not family or police first.

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Signs of Elder Abuse

Indicators like injuries, poor hygiene, and distress.

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Child Neglect

Failure to provide basic needs for a child.

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Nursing Process Steps

Includes assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation.

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Assessment Phase

First step in the nursing process to gather patient information.

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Implementation Phase

Execution of the nursing care plan.

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Evaluation Phase

Final step in the nursing process to assess outcomes.

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Boundaries Violations

Behaviors that compromise professional integrity, like personal invites.

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Legal Consequences

Potential legal implications for healthcare offenses.

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Ethical Conduct

Maintaining behaviors prioritizing patient welfare.

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Behavioral Standards

Expectations for professional conduct in healthcare.

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Accountability in Healthcare

Responsibility for actions taken in patient care.

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Education Evaluations

Assessments required for MA-C certification maintenance.

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Medication Delivery Responsibility

MA-Cs manage medications but under strict regulations.

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Controlled Substance Act

Legislation regulating the use of controlled substances.

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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.
  • 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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Prepare for your Nebraska State Medication Aide Exam with this set of practice flashcards. These cards cover key concepts and regulations that every medication aide needs to know, ensuring you are ready for your exam. Test your knowledge and reinforce essential information effectively.

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