QMA practice test questions with correct answers
The Qma is PROHIBITED from performing what tasks CORRECT ANSWER a. assessing the residents condition b. calling the physician
c. administering a medication per nasogastric tube
d. administering a medication by injection
What are some of the QMA scope of practice CORRECT ANSWER a. observe and report to the facility licensed nurse reactions and side effects to a medication exhibited by a resident b. initiate oxygen per nasal cannula or non-sealing mask only in an emergency c. count and administer and document controlled substances
Assault and Battery is defined as CORRECT ANSWER The threat to use force against another person and the carrying out of the force.
A QMA would be considered negligent if he/she CORRECT ANSWER Fails to inform the licensed nurse of medication error
If a QMA makes a medication error what are some of the following actions that should take place CORRECT ANSWER a. Report to the licensed nurse b. Observed the resident for undesirable effects c. Document the medication error d. Truthfully report the error
Residents Rights include what? CORRECT ANSWER a. The right to voice grievances b. The right to refuse treatment and be informed of the consequences c. The right to be free from abuse
The Four Elements of successful communication include what? CORRECT ANSWER a. Formulating the message b. Sending the message
c. receiving the message d. observing the feedback
Verbal Communication is CORRECT ANSWER Spoken and Written words
General interventions in response to any difficult behavior include: CORRECT ANSWER Remaining Calm and Attempting to distract or redirect the resident
Severe head trauma, stroke and brain disease can all cause CORRECT ANSWER Permanent Cognitive impairment
Increased confusion and restlessness in late afternoon, evening and night are symptoms of? CORRECT ANSWER Sundowning
When interacting with an anxious resident you should CORRECT ANSWER Provide a quiet calm environment away from groups of people and activity
When interacting with a combative resident you should CORRECT ANSWER Remain Calm and
in control
Infection can be transmitted by CORRECT ANSWER a. Air
b. Contaminated soil and water c. Objects d. Insects
Standard Precautions include what? CORRECT ANSWER a. Wearing gloves when indicated for
resident care b. wearing a gown, apron, mask and protective eyewear when splashing or contamination may occur
c. washing hands at appropriate times A contagious disease of the liver caused by a virus and spread by exposure to infected blood, sexual contact or fecal/oral contact is called? CORRECT ANSWER Hepatitis
A nosocomial infection is CORRECT ANSWER an infection acquired while in a health care facility
In a fire emergency you should first CORRECT ANSWER Remove the resident from the immediate area of the fire to a place of safety
If a resident is chocking and a complete blockage of airway is present you should first CORRECT ANSWER Use the Heimlich Maneuver
If a resident falls you should first CORRECT ANSWER Call for help Immediately
When vital parts of the body (brain, heart, and lungs) do not get enough blood and the resident has a rapid heart beat, pallor, perspiration, light headedness, chills, fainting, low blood pressure, and confused this is called CORRECT ANSWER Shock
If a resident heart function and circulation stop and the resident is unresponsive there is no chest movement or pulse, pupils are dilated and fixed, and skin is cyanotic the resident might be experiencing CORRECT ANSWER Cardiac Arrest
If a resident has a seizure you should CORRECT ANSWER a. remove objects from the vicinity b. loosen the resident's clothing
c. never restrain the resident
Poisoning can be prevented by CORRECT ANSWER a. never using anything from an unlabeled container b. Keeping toxic substances and cleaning supplies locked and out of reach of residents c. locking medication carts when left unattended
The Qma is PROHIBITED from performing what tasks CORRECT ANSWER a. assessing the residents condition b. calling the physician
c. administering a medication per nasogastric tube
d. administering a medication by injection
What are some of the QMA scope of practice CORRECT ANSWER a. observe and report to the facility licensed nurse reactions and side effects to a medication exhibited by a resident b. initiate oxygen per nasal cannula or non-sealing mask only in an emergency c. count and administer and document controlled substances
Assault and Battery is defined as CORRECT ANSWER The threat to use force against another person and the carrying out of the force.
A QMA would be considered negligent if he/she CORRECT ANSWER Fails to inform the licensed nurse of medication error
If a QMA makes a medication error what are some of the following actions that should take place CORRECT ANSWER a. Report to the licensed nurse b. Observed the resident for undesirable effects c. Document the medication error d. Truthfully report the error
Residents Rights include what? CORRECT ANSWER a. The right to voice grievances b. The right to refuse treatment and be informed of the consequences c. The right to be free from abuse
The Four Elements of successful communication include what? CORRECT ANSWER a. Formulating the message b. Sending the message
c. receiving the message d. observing the feedback
Verbal Communication is CORRECT ANSWER Spoken and Written words
General interventions in response to any difficult behavior include: CORRECT ANSWER Remaining Calm and Attempting to distract or redirect the resident
Severe head trauma, stroke and brain disease can all cause CORRECT ANSWER Permanent Cognitive impairment
Increased confusion and restlessness in late afternoon, evening and night are symptoms of? CORRECT ANSWER Sundowning
When interacting with an anxious resident you should CORRECT ANSWER Provide a quiet calm environment away from groups of people and activity
When interacting with a combative resident you should CORRECT ANSWER Remain Calm and
in control
Infection can be transmitted by CORRECT ANSWER a. Air
b. Contaminated soil and water c. Objects d. Insects
Standard Precautions include what? CORRECT ANSWER a. Wearing gloves when indicated for
resident care b. wearing a gown, apron, mask and protective eyewear when splashing or contamination may occur
c. washing hands at appropriate times A contagious disease of the liver caused by a virus and spread by exposure to infected blood, sexual contact or fecal/oral contact is called? CORRECT ANSWER Hepatitis
A nosocomial infection is CORRECT ANSWER an infection acquired while in a health care facility
In a fire emergency you should first CORRECT ANSWER Remove the resident from the immediate area of the fire to a place of safety
If a resident is chocking and a complete blockage of airway is present you should first CORRECT ANSWER Use the Heimlich Maneuver
If a resident falls you should first CORRECT ANSWER Call for help Immediately
When vital parts of the body (brain, heart, and lungs) do not get enough blood and the resident has a rapid heart beat, pallor, perspiration, light headedness, chills, fainting, low blood pressure, and confused this is called CORRECT ANSWER Shock
If a resident heart function and circulation stop and the resident is unresponsive there is no chest movement or pulse, pupils are dilated and fixed, and skin is cyanotic the resident might be experiencing CORRECT ANSWER Cardiac Arrest
If a resident has a seizure you should CORRECT ANSWER a. remove objects from the vicinity b. loosen the resident's clothing
c. never restrain the resident
Poisoning can be prevented by CORRECT ANSWER a. never using anything from an unlabeled container b. Keeping toxic substances and cleaning supplies locked and out of reach of residents c. locking medication carts when left unattended
