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QMA State Test NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM TEST- COMPLETE REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) ALREADY
GRADED A+ (MOST RECENT!!)
1
Which of the following is the first step before administering any medication?
Answer:
Wash hands or use hand sanitizer.
Rationale:
Hand hygiene prevents the spread of infection and is required before all medication
administration.
2
A resident refuses their morning medication. What should the QMA do?
Answer:
Document the refusal and notify the nurse.
Rationale:
Residents have the right to refuse medication; documentation ensures compliance and continuity
of care.
3
What is the “five rights” of medication administration?
Answer:
Right resident, right drug, right dose, right route, right time.
Rationale:
Following these rights prevents medication errors and ensures safety.
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4
Before giving an oral medication, the QMA should:
Answer:
Check the resident’s ability to swallow.
Rationale:
Prevents choking and ensures proper medication delivery.
5
A resident reports an allergy to penicillin. What is the QMA’s next step?
Answer:
Notify the nurse before giving any antibiotics.
Rationale:
Preventing allergic reactions is critical; the nurse determines safe alternatives.
6
Which of the following is an example of a PRN medication?
Answer:
Pain reliever given as needed for discomfort.
Rationale:
PRN medications are administered based on resident’s symptoms or condition.
7
A QMA should document medication administration:
Answer:
Immediately after giving the medication.
Rationale:
Timely documentation ensures accuracy and legal compliance.
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8
A liquid medication should be measured at:
Answer:
Eye level on a flat surface using a calibrated cup.
Rationale:
This ensures accurate dosing.
9
If a resident vomits immediately after taking oral medication, the QMA should:
Answer:
Report to the nurse before re-administering.
Rationale:
Medication may not have been absorbed; the nurse decides next steps.
10
Which is a common cause of medication errors?
Answer:
Failing to follow the five rights.
Rationale:
Checking all rights reduces the likelihood of errors.
11
The QMA finds a medication missing from a blister pack. What should they do?
Answer:
Report to the nurse before administering any medication.
Rationale:
Ensures correct dosage and maintains inventory accountability.
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12
A resident asks why they are taking a new medication.
Answer:
Refer the question to the nurse or prescriber.
Rationale:
Only licensed staff can explain medication indications and effects.
13
Before giving an eye drop, the QMA should:
Answer:
Wash hands, wear gloves if needed, and instill in the lower conjunctival sac.
Rationale:
Prevents contamination and ensures proper absorption.
14
Which route bypasses the digestive system?
Answer:
Sublingual (under the tongue).
Rationale:
Sublingual medications absorb directly into the bloodstream.
15
A resident is prescribed a topical cream. The QMA should:
Answer:
Clean and dry the area before applying.
Rationale:
Ensures proper absorption and reduces risk of infection.
2026 2027 GRADED A+
QMA State Test NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM TEST- COMPLETE REAL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) ALREADY
GRADED A+ (MOST RECENT!!)
1
Which of the following is the first step before administering any medication?
Answer:
Wash hands or use hand sanitizer.
Rationale:
Hand hygiene prevents the spread of infection and is required before all medication
administration.
2
A resident refuses their morning medication. What should the QMA do?
Answer:
Document the refusal and notify the nurse.
Rationale:
Residents have the right to refuse medication; documentation ensures compliance and continuity
of care.
3
What is the “five rights” of medication administration?
Answer:
Right resident, right drug, right dose, right route, right time.
Rationale:
Following these rights prevents medication errors and ensures safety.
2026 2027 GRADED A+
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4
Before giving an oral medication, the QMA should:
Answer:
Check the resident’s ability to swallow.
Rationale:
Prevents choking and ensures proper medication delivery.
5
A resident reports an allergy to penicillin. What is the QMA’s next step?
Answer:
Notify the nurse before giving any antibiotics.
Rationale:
Preventing allergic reactions is critical; the nurse determines safe alternatives.
6
Which of the following is an example of a PRN medication?
Answer:
Pain reliever given as needed for discomfort.
Rationale:
PRN medications are administered based on resident’s symptoms or condition.
7
A QMA should document medication administration:
Answer:
Immediately after giving the medication.
Rationale:
Timely documentation ensures accuracy and legal compliance.
2026 2027 GRADED A+
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8
A liquid medication should be measured at:
Answer:
Eye level on a flat surface using a calibrated cup.
Rationale:
This ensures accurate dosing.
9
If a resident vomits immediately after taking oral medication, the QMA should:
Answer:
Report to the nurse before re-administering.
Rationale:
Medication may not have been absorbed; the nurse decides next steps.
10
Which is a common cause of medication errors?
Answer:
Failing to follow the five rights.
Rationale:
Checking all rights reduces the likelihood of errors.
11
The QMA finds a medication missing from a blister pack. What should they do?
Answer:
Report to the nurse before administering any medication.
Rationale:
Ensures correct dosage and maintains inventory accountability.
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12
A resident asks why they are taking a new medication.
Answer:
Refer the question to the nurse or prescriber.
Rationale:
Only licensed staff can explain medication indications and effects.
13
Before giving an eye drop, the QMA should:
Answer:
Wash hands, wear gloves if needed, and instill in the lower conjunctival sac.
Rationale:
Prevents contamination and ensures proper absorption.
14
Which route bypasses the digestive system?
Answer:
Sublingual (under the tongue).
Rationale:
Sublingual medications absorb directly into the bloodstream.
15
A resident is prescribed a topical cream. The QMA should:
Answer:
Clean and dry the area before applying.
Rationale:
Ensures proper absorption and reduces risk of infection.
2026 2027 GRADED A+
