The two types of MARs - CORRECT ANSWER medical administration record and
medical appointment record
four reasons to use medications - CORRECT ANSWER to cure an illness/disease, to
prevent an illness/disease, to reduce/relieve symptoms related to an
illness/disease, to manage an illness/disease
four basic rules - CORRECT ANSWER 1. unlicensed personnel can only give meds
after successful completion of the MTTP and certification by the MBON as a MT
2. only RNs can delegate the administration of medications by CMTs
3. all meds must have a current HCP order and a pharmacy label to be
administered. Except for OTC meds selected and recommended by the RN
4. all OTC meds must have a pharmacy label to be administered. Except for those
that are selected and recommended by the RN
Medication Administration Process - CORRECT ANSWER 1. observe for changes
2. report observations
3. assist in HCP visits
4. obtain meds from pharmacy
5. store meds safely
6. administer meds correctly
7. ensure meds are taken
8. document correctly
ensuring individual rights - CORRECT ANSWER 1. address the individual by name
2. offer privacy during med administration
3. keep meds in a secure non-public place
4. don't hang med records on the wall
5. don't have individuals line up to get meds
6. the individual has the right to refuse
7. self administration should be encouraged