MACE

MACE practice questions, page 11 of 13, with answer review and explanations.

Question 51

Diazepam is a medication used for anti-anxiety and seizure control. Diazepam is a controlled substance. To which class/schedule does diazepam belong?

  1. Class I
  2. Class II
  3. Class III
  4. Class IV

Question 52

Clarinex is a medication that is available as an over-the-counter drug. The drug’s action is to reduce __________.

  1. Allergy symptoms
  2. Stomach upset
  3. Pain from arthritis
  4. Gas

Question 53

The Medication Aide is responsible to know the medical information of __________.

  1. All residents at their place of employment
  2. Residents he/she is assigned to
  3. All residents on the unit or floor
  4. Residents assigned to their supervising nurse

Question 54

Which of the following is the responsibility of the Medication Aide?

  1. Giving the first dose of a newly ordered medication to the client
  2. Converting medication dosage from milligrams to micrograms
  3. Withholding a patient medication without reviewing it with the nurse first
  4. Giving PRN medications ordered after checking with the resident’s nurse

Question 55

Which of the following is not a role limitation of a Medication Aide?

  1. Observe the client’s need for, or response to, medications, including PRN medications.
  2. Make decisions that might include withholding medications.
  3. Report changes in client status regarding drug therapy to ensure client comfort and safety.
  4. Call the physician about client status or need for medication.