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You notice the medication(s) you are administering to one of the individuals you are authorized to medicate are different in size, shape or color from what you are familiar with for this individual. What should you do?

A. Match the required information on the medication container against the MAR and then call the nurse for direction before administering the medication. B. Look up the medication on the provided medication information sheets or book to make sure you have the right medication and then administer it. C. Give the medication and make a note of the difference in size, shape, or color for the nurse to review when she or he next visits. D. Talk to one of the other authorized direct care staff to see if the medication is the right one.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Verifying against the MAR and consulting the nurse ensures the correct medication, as appearance changes may indicate errors.

Question 2 of 5

When a medication upsets an individual's stomach you:

A. can, on your own, start giving the medication with food. B. need to check with the house manager to see if the medication needs to be stopped. C. should check with the Nurse-Trainer for guidance before you give the next dose. D. should give Milk of Magnesia (MOM) or other designated medication to calm the stomach.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The Nurse-Trainer must approve administration changes to address stomach upset safely.

Question 3 of 5

Common side/adverse effects of the anticonvulsants include:

A. diarrhea, change in taste, tooth infection. B. ataxia, dizziness, drowsiness. C. increased potassium, chloride and carbon dioxide blood levels. D. excessive saliva production, urinary retention and lack of taste.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Ataxia, dizziness, and drowsiness are typical nervous system side effects of anticonvulsants.

Question 4 of 5

Bulk-forming' laxatives are used to prevent or treat constipation. Which of the following special instructions are necessary to increase the effectiveness of 'Bulk-forming' laxatives?

A. Take with meals. B. Take at least two hours after meals. C. Take with plenty of fluid (water). D. Take at bedtime.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Adequate fluid intake is essential for bulk-forming laxatives to swell and promote bowel movement.

Question 5 of 5

PRN cough syrups are usually ordered:

A. every day as needed. B. every 4 hours as needed for cough. C. every other day at bedtime. D. whenever the individual asks.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: PRN cough syrups are typically dosed every 4 hours as needed to manage symptoms.

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