CERTIFIED MEDICATION AIDE ONLINE PRACTICE EXAM 2025/2026 |
ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS | LATEST
EDITION
A common disorder of the cardiovascular system would be - ANSWER-
Congestive heart failure
The endocrine system is made up of - ANSWER-Glands
The glands of the endocrine system release ______ that control the body's
activities and growth - ANSWER-Hormones
A common disorder of the endocrine system would be - ANSWER-Diabetes
Militus
The Gastrointestinal system works to - ANSWER-Break down transport and
absorb nutrients from food as well as remove waste
Two of the structures in the gastrointestinal system are the - ANSWER-
Mouth and stomach
A common disorder in the gastrointestinal system would be - ANSWER-
Hermia
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The Integumentary system works to - ANSWER-Protect the other systems
from infection, regulate temperature, and eliminate some waste products
The skin does many things to keep the body healthy including - ANSWER-It
protects the inner structures and organs by forming a closed covering
Acute attacks of gout are usually treated with - ANSWER-Colchicines
An example of a muscle relaxant is - ANSWER-Flexiril
Antipyretic medications are used to - ANSWER-Reduce fever
If a medication is given to produce a calming effect without sleep it is a (n) -
ANSWER-Sedative
If a medication is given to cause Sleep it is a (n) - ANSWER-Hypnotic
Use of barbiturates may cause - ANSWER-Physical Addiction
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If a person taking barbiturates demonstrates a respiratory rate of less than
12 breaths per minute and dilated pupils, the uap should - ANSWER-Contact
the persons licensed health care provider immediately
Symptoms of parkinsonism include - ANSWER-Slow movement and rigidity
An example oof antiparkinsonian medication is - ANSWER-Sinemet
Alzheimer's disease is - ANSWER-progressive and cannot be cured
Behavioral problems associated with Alzheimer’s disease include -
ANSWER-Inability to retain new information disorientation and impaired
balance
When educating a peron taking an anticonvulsant the uap should instruct the
person to - ANSWER-Never skip a dose of his medication
The two primary precautions used in medication administration are -
ANSWER-Hand washing and gloves
A drug resistant microorganism is one that - ANSWER-Is not killed by
medication