STUDY GUIDE FOR QMA EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS & ANSWERS, VERIFIED/| latest update 2024/25|

STUDY GUIDE FOR QMA EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS & ANSWERS, VERIFIED/ 1 Liter - -1000 mL 1 tablespoon - -15 mL 1 teaspoon - -5 mL 30 cc - -1 ounce Absorption - -Occurs when medication moves from the site of administration into the bloodstream. **food may prevent some medications from being absorbed** example milk with tetracycline Acquired ImmuneDeficiency Syndrome - -Results from infection with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) which destroys the body's ability to fight infection. Virus is spread thru infected blood and body fluid. Early symptoms are flu like followed by a symptom free period which can last many years (one to ten or more). No cure is known, however, new meds and treatments show promise. Adverse effect (ADR) - -An undesired side effect or toxicity. Apothecary system - -Is more accurate than the household measure system, but less accurate than the metric system. Body Mechanics/Resident Safety - -Place a pillow against the headboard when moving a resident up in bed. Body mechanics/resident safety - -Place a pillow against the headboard when,living a resident up in bed. Chemical reaction (Negative) - -A negative reaction of chemicals could be serving a patient spinach when the resident is taking Coumadin (blood thinner). Chemical reactions (Positive) - -A beneficial chemical reaction is potassium K+ and Sodium Na+. At the correct ratios these two chemicals cause the heart to beat. Coated - -Improves taste. Cumulative effect - -Build up of a substance that could lead to toxicity. **tetracycline should not be administered with milk or milk products** Distribution - -Medication is carried to body cells through the bloodstream. Enteric coated - -To prevent irritation or absorption in the stomach. These medications are not recommended for crushing.