MACE

MACE practice questions, page 12 of 13, with answer review and explanations.

Question 56

The nurse you are to work with for the upcoming shift informs you, the Medication Aide, that she will be late today and asks you begin to administer medications. With regard to this scenario, which of the following statements is correct?

  1. Medications that are usual for the residents can be administered without the nurse present.
  2. All medications can be administered without the nurse present.
  3. No medications can be administered without supervision.
  4. No PRN medications can be given without appropriate supervision.

Question 57

Maintaining competence refers to the __________.

  1. Knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to fulfill the role as an MA-C.
  2. MA-C gaining greater knowledge to perform newer skills.
  3. MA-C who does not have the necessary skills to do something successful.
  4. Person who cannot perform the role of a Medication Aide due to mental deficiency.

Question 58

Verbal communication skills include speaking clearly and at level residents can understand, avoiding medical jargon, and __________.

  1. asking open-ended questions that discourages a yes/no response.
  2. using phrases to stop residents from sharing feelings.
  3. interrupting patients when they are taking too long to answer questions.
  4. using authoritative language to get the resident to follow directions.

Question 59

Unlawful personal violence toward a resident (for example, forcing residents to take medications despite their wishes) is the definition of __________.

  1. Abuse
  2. Neglect
  3. Assault
  4. Battery

Question 60

Which of the following is a reason for a Medication Aide to suspect a resident may be a victim of physical abuse?

  1. Skin tears on the forearm
  2. Bruises in various stages of healing
  3. Frequent crying or periods of sadness or withdrawal
  4. Refusal of patient to see any visitors