QMAP Online Course Step 2 All Practice
Quizzes Unit 1-7 (Latest Update 2026 /
2027) Questions with Correct Answers
{Grade A}100% Verified
Exam Overview & Description
The QMAP Online Course Step 2 Practice Quizzes are designed to prepare candidates to safely
administer medications in assisted living residences, group homes, and long-term care facilities.
This exam focuses on:
• Medication Administration Procedures – Learning the correct process for preparing,
administering, and documenting medications.
• Dosage Calculations – Calculating tablet, capsule, liquid, and unit doses accurately to ensure
resident safety.
• Medication Documentation – Recording medication administration on MARs and
maintaining legally compliant records.
• Medication Safety – Identifying and preventing medication errors while following healthcare
safety standards.
• Medication Forms and Routes – Understanding oral, topical, inhaled, ophthalmic, and
other medication administration methods.
• Resident Rights and Care – Respecting confidentiality, dignity, informed consent, and the
right to refuse medication.
• Infection Control Practices – Applying hand hygiene and standard precautions during
medication administration.
• Legal and Ethical Responsibilities – Understanding the QMAP scope of practice and
regulatory requirements.
• Observation and Reporting – Monitoring residents for side effects, adverse reactions, and
changes in condition.
• Medication Security – Properly storing, securing, and disposing of medications according to
regulations.
,When should controlled substances and narcotics be counted? - correct answer Each
shift change.
When the medication leaves the Facility
When the medication arrives at the Facility.
What is the purpose of knowing the basics about the medications you administer? * -
correct answer To safely care for your clients.
What are the contraindications of a medication? * - correct answer Circumstances
under which the medication should not be given.
What are reputable sources of information on medications? - correct answer PDR
Medication Package Insert
Drug Handbook
Pharmacist
What is the purpose of medication administration? * - correct answer To prevent, treat,
diagnose, and restore normal bodily functions, and achieve a therapeutic effect.
,What are some examples of semisolid medications? - correct answer Creams
Suppositories
What is the difference between generic and trade names? * - correct answer Generic
names are universal after the patent expires, while trade names are specific to the
manufacturer holding the patent.
What is the difference between local and systemic effect of medications? * - correct
answer Local effect means the drug affects only one specific area of the body, while
systemic effect means the drug affects the whole body.
What is the definition of psychotropic medication? * - correct answer Any medication
capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behavior.
Can a QMAP administer PRN psychotropic medications? * - correct answer Yes if the
resident can clearly ask for it and understand its effects, and there is an order on the
chart.
, What is informed consent? * - correct answer Agreeing to take medication with
understanding of its effects.
How should controlled substances and narcotics be stored? * - correct answer Under
Double Lock.
What are controlled substances? * - correct answer Chemicals with a legally
recognized potential for abuse.
An up to date Nurse's Drug Reference Guide is an acceptable resource to look up
medications. * - correct answer True
What form of medication is placed under the tongue in the front of the mouth? * -
correct answer Sublingual
What does it mean if a medication has a systemic effect? * - correct answer The
medication has an effect throughout the entire body.
Quizzes Unit 1-7 (Latest Update 2026 /
2027) Questions with Correct Answers
{Grade A}100% Verified
Exam Overview & Description
The QMAP Online Course Step 2 Practice Quizzes are designed to prepare candidates to safely
administer medications in assisted living residences, group homes, and long-term care facilities.
This exam focuses on:
• Medication Administration Procedures – Learning the correct process for preparing,
administering, and documenting medications.
• Dosage Calculations – Calculating tablet, capsule, liquid, and unit doses accurately to ensure
resident safety.
• Medication Documentation – Recording medication administration on MARs and
maintaining legally compliant records.
• Medication Safety – Identifying and preventing medication errors while following healthcare
safety standards.
• Medication Forms and Routes – Understanding oral, topical, inhaled, ophthalmic, and
other medication administration methods.
• Resident Rights and Care – Respecting confidentiality, dignity, informed consent, and the
right to refuse medication.
• Infection Control Practices – Applying hand hygiene and standard precautions during
medication administration.
• Legal and Ethical Responsibilities – Understanding the QMAP scope of practice and
regulatory requirements.
• Observation and Reporting – Monitoring residents for side effects, adverse reactions, and
changes in condition.
• Medication Security – Properly storing, securing, and disposing of medications according to
regulations.
,When should controlled substances and narcotics be counted? - correct answer Each
shift change.
When the medication leaves the Facility
When the medication arrives at the Facility.
What is the purpose of knowing the basics about the medications you administer? * -
correct answer To safely care for your clients.
What are the contraindications of a medication? * - correct answer Circumstances
under which the medication should not be given.
What are reputable sources of information on medications? - correct answer PDR
Medication Package Insert
Drug Handbook
Pharmacist
What is the purpose of medication administration? * - correct answer To prevent, treat,
diagnose, and restore normal bodily functions, and achieve a therapeutic effect.
,What are some examples of semisolid medications? - correct answer Creams
Suppositories
What is the difference between generic and trade names? * - correct answer Generic
names are universal after the patent expires, while trade names are specific to the
manufacturer holding the patent.
What is the difference between local and systemic effect of medications? * - correct
answer Local effect means the drug affects only one specific area of the body, while
systemic effect means the drug affects the whole body.
What is the definition of psychotropic medication? * - correct answer Any medication
capable of affecting the mind, emotions, and behavior.
Can a QMAP administer PRN psychotropic medications? * - correct answer Yes if the
resident can clearly ask for it and understand its effects, and there is an order on the
chart.
, What is informed consent? * - correct answer Agreeing to take medication with
understanding of its effects.
How should controlled substances and narcotics be stored? * - correct answer Under
Double Lock.
What are controlled substances? * - correct answer Chemicals with a legally
recognized potential for abuse.
An up to date Nurse's Drug Reference Guide is an acceptable resource to look up
medications. * - correct answer True
What form of medication is placed under the tongue in the front of the mouth? * -
correct answer Sublingual
What does it mean if a medication has a systemic effect? * - correct answer The
medication has an effect throughout the entire body.
