MACE

MACE practice questions, page 7 of 13, with answer review and explanations.

Question 31

Diuretics are medications that are primarily prescribed for a patient with the following conditions __________.

  1. Swelling of the feet and ankles
  2. Low sodium levels in the blood
  3. Low blood pressure
  4. Feelings of light-headedness upon standing

Question 32

True or false: Residents have the right to refuse to take medications.

  1. TRUE
  2. FALSE

Question 33

Which of the following may cause a medication error?

  1. Giving a resident their pain medication as requested
  2. Following the “rights” of medication administration
  3. Being familiar with the medication
  4. Talking with colleagues while administering medications

Question 34

An MA reviews the Medication Administration Record and notices that an error has occurred. A resident was given the wrong medication. What should the MA’s first action be to?

  1. Inform the resident
  2. Call a lawyer
  3. Inform the nurse or supervisor
  4. Call the physician

Question 35

Many medications have side effects. Which of the following is a side effect that the Medication Aide should watch for when giving an antidysrhythmic medication?

  1. Increased energy
  2. Fatigue
  3. Low heart rate
  4. High blood pressure