QMA Study Guide for Final exam questions with complete solution

QMA Study Guide for Final exam questions with complete solution Name four tasks that the QMA is prohibited from doing. - Correct Answer 1. Assess a resident. 2. Call a physician 3. Take a physician's written or verbal order 4. Administer medication per injection 5. Administer meds per nasogastric tube 6. Instill irrigation fluids of any type (except comercially prepared disposable enema) 7. Treatment that involves an advanced skin condition (stage II-IV decubitus ulcer) Assault and Battery is defined as: - Correct Answer The threat to use force against another person and the carrying out of the force. What would a QMA be considered negligent if he/she did? - Correct Answer Failing to report an observation or occurrence to the nurse that later has profound consequences for the resident's health. What should the QMA do if he/she makes a medication error? - Correct Answer Report it to the nurse immediately. Name the resident rights: - Correct Answer 1. Confidentiality 2. Privacy 3. Be informed of personal and medical information 4. Choice (including refusing treatment) 5. Voice grievances 6. Freedom of abuse/restraint Name the 4 elements of successful communication: - Correct Answer 1. Formulating the message 2. Sending the message verbal- written or spoken words nonverbal- facial expressions, tone of voice, eye movement, posture, gestures 3. Receiving the message 4. Observing the feedback What is considered verbal communication? - Correct Answer Written or spoken words What is temporary cognitive impairment? - Correct Answer A temporary change within the brain affecting the resident's ability to think, reason, learn, or communicate.