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Master the CT DDS MED CERT Exam with this comprehensive study guide featuring verified questions and answers covering medication administration, medical terminology, dosage calculations, drug classifications, abbreviations, medication safety, controlled substances, psychotropic medications, and essential certification concepts. An excellent resource for exam preparation, review sessions, and improving competency in medication certification training.

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CT DDS MED CERT Exam Study Guide | Questions
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100% Correct (Verified Answers) Grade A

Adverse effects

Unexpected and possibly serious or life threatening effects of a medication




Akathesia
Motor restlessness, inability to sit still




Analgesics

Medication to relieve pain




Anaphylaxis

Severe allergic reaction that requires immediate emergency medical care




Antacids

Medications that reduce acid in the stomach




Antiarrhythmic

Corrects irregular heart rhythm

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Anticoagulant

A drug used to prevent abnormal blood clotting




Anti-cholinergics medications
They treat the muscle movement disorders seen with antipsychotic mmedications




Anticonvulsant

Medication that are used too control seizures




Antihistamines

Medications that reduce symptoms of allergies




Antipyretic

Medications that reduce a fever




Anti- tussives

Medications that suppress the cough reflex; stop a cough

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Anus

opening through which wastes leave the digestive tract




Anxiolytic

A drug to treat anxiety




Aspiration

When food or fluid is accidentally drawn in the lungs




Ataxia

A decrease in coordination when walking




Bronchodilator

Medication that opens constricted airways




Cathartic

A drug used for constipation. Assist in emptying the bowel




Compliance

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Follow direction or a plan of care




Concentration

The number of mg per unit of medication EXAMPlE Tylenol 325mg per tablet




Controlled medication count

Required process during which the oncoming certified staff count all the controlled medication
with the off going certified staff to ensure that the correct amount of controlled medication that is
in supply is documented and correct




Convulsion

A seizure, loss of consciousness and involuntary muscle movements




Decongestants

Medication that relieve congestion in the sinuses and nasal passages




Drug to drug interactions

One or more drug affects another drug in the body




Drug to food interactions

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