QMA Study Guide exam newest 2026 complete questions and
answers ( verified100%) already graded A+ \\ brand new
version || pass!!!
Medications used to treat and prevent nausea and vomiting are called: -answer-
Antiemetics
The organ located in the upper left of the abdomen, below the diaphragm is the _____. -
answer-Stomach
How long on average does food remain in the stomach? -answer-3-5 hours
What aides in the absorption of fats? -answer-Bile
The function of the alimentary canal is: -answer-the passageway for food and is a
continuous tract from the mouth to the rectum
What can cause constipation? -answer-inactivity, poor diet, medication
When administering antacids, you should monitor the resident for: -answer-amount and
consistency of stools
Bulk-producing laxatives must be given with sufficient: -answer-fluid
An irritation causing a sore in the lining of the stomach or duodenum is called: -answer-
Ulcer
What is smooth muscle? -answer-surround internal organs (involuntary muscles)
The soft center part of the bone where the red blood cells are manufactured is
called_____. -answer-Bone marrow
, What is osteoporosis? -answer-A condition characterized by loss of bone density
causing bones to become more brittle and easily broken
How does aging affect the musculoskeletal system? -answer-1. Increased adipose (fat)
tissue
2. Diminished lean body mass and bone mineral contents
3. Decreased height from exaggerated spinal curvature and narrowing intervertebral
spaces
4. Decreased collagen formation and muscle mass
What should a resident receiving steroid medications be observed for? -answer-Signs
of infection
An example of an anti-inflammatory steroid: -answer-dexamethasone (Decadron)
Debridement medications can be applied by: -answer-Licensed nurse only
An inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eye is called_______. -answer-
Conjunctivitis
What is glaucoma? -answer-an obstruction or the overproduction of fluid in the eye
which results in increased pressure within the eye
What does the medication used to treat glaucoma do? -answer-Decrease eye pressure
A chronic disturbance of the inner ear is called______. -answer-Meniere's Syndrome
Medications used to treat glaucoma are caused _______. -answer-Miotics
Where should miotics be placed when administered? -answer-The bottom eyelid
Cortisporin otic would be used to treat ________. -answer-Otitis media
Ear was control agents should not be used if the ear is ________. -answer-Draining
The inability to empty the bladder is a symptom of: -answer-Urinary retention
An example of a diuretic is: -answer-Furosemide (Lasix)
hydrochlorothiazide
spironalactone (Aldactone)
When administering diuretics you should monitor for: -answer-Potassium depletion
All blood passes through the _______ several times each day for cleaning. -answer-
Kidneys
answers ( verified100%) already graded A+ \\ brand new
version || pass!!!
Medications used to treat and prevent nausea and vomiting are called: -answer-
Antiemetics
The organ located in the upper left of the abdomen, below the diaphragm is the _____. -
answer-Stomach
How long on average does food remain in the stomach? -answer-3-5 hours
What aides in the absorption of fats? -answer-Bile
The function of the alimentary canal is: -answer-the passageway for food and is a
continuous tract from the mouth to the rectum
What can cause constipation? -answer-inactivity, poor diet, medication
When administering antacids, you should monitor the resident for: -answer-amount and
consistency of stools
Bulk-producing laxatives must be given with sufficient: -answer-fluid
An irritation causing a sore in the lining of the stomach or duodenum is called: -answer-
Ulcer
What is smooth muscle? -answer-surround internal organs (involuntary muscles)
The soft center part of the bone where the red blood cells are manufactured is
called_____. -answer-Bone marrow
, What is osteoporosis? -answer-A condition characterized by loss of bone density
causing bones to become more brittle and easily broken
How does aging affect the musculoskeletal system? -answer-1. Increased adipose (fat)
tissue
2. Diminished lean body mass and bone mineral contents
3. Decreased height from exaggerated spinal curvature and narrowing intervertebral
spaces
4. Decreased collagen formation and muscle mass
What should a resident receiving steroid medications be observed for? -answer-Signs
of infection
An example of an anti-inflammatory steroid: -answer-dexamethasone (Decadron)
Debridement medications can be applied by: -answer-Licensed nurse only
An inflammation of the mucous membrane of the eye is called_______. -answer-
Conjunctivitis
What is glaucoma? -answer-an obstruction or the overproduction of fluid in the eye
which results in increased pressure within the eye
What does the medication used to treat glaucoma do? -answer-Decrease eye pressure
A chronic disturbance of the inner ear is called______. -answer-Meniere's Syndrome
Medications used to treat glaucoma are caused _______. -answer-Miotics
Where should miotics be placed when administered? -answer-The bottom eyelid
Cortisporin otic would be used to treat ________. -answer-Otitis media
Ear was control agents should not be used if the ear is ________. -answer-Draining
The inability to empty the bladder is a symptom of: -answer-Urinary retention
An example of a diuretic is: -answer-Furosemide (Lasix)
hydrochlorothiazide
spironalactone (Aldactone)
When administering diuretics you should monitor for: -answer-Potassium depletion
All blood passes through the _______ several times each day for cleaning. -answer-
Kidneys
