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Colorado QMAP Medication Administration
& Safety Procedures
1. What is the correct transcription for Guaifenesin 200mg give 1 tab po q4-6h
prn? - ANSWER Guaifenesin 200 milligrams give one tablet by mouth
every four to six hours as needed.
2. What is the correct transcription for Debrox 0.5% otic gtts, 2 gtts to each ear
qd x3d? - ANSWER Debrox 0.5% ear drops, two drops to each ear every
day for three days.
3. How many milligrams are in 1 gram? - ANSWER 1,000 milligrams.
4. How many Atorvastatin 40mg scored tabs are needed for an 80mg dose? -
ANSWER 2 tabs.
5. How many cc will you give for 75 mg of Tylenol Liquid at 25mg/5cc? -
ANSWER 15 cc.
6. How many tablets of Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) will you administer
for 2,000 Units? - ANSWER 2 tabs.
7. How many tablets of Augmentin 250mg are needed for a 0.75Gm dose? -
ANSWER 3 tabs.
8. Can a QMAP take verbal orders from a physician in an emergency? -
ANSWER True.
9. What is the primary purpose of administering medication? - ANSWER To
achieve the therapeutic effect.
10.What should the QMAP do first if 2 extra tablets of Vicodin are noted
during the narcotic count? - ANSWER Immediately notify their supervisor.
11.When may a QMAP change the dial on a medication pen such as Ozempic
or Insulin? - ANSWER Never.
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12.Must medications that require refrigeration be stored separately from food? -
ANSWER True.
13.What instructions should you give your client when administering a coated
tablet? - ANSWER Do not chew the medication, swallow it whole.
14.What should you do when a medication cannot be given on time? -
ANSWER Document the reason for the delay on the MAR and notify your
supervisor.
15.Why do pharmacists place small colored stickers on pharmacy labels? -
ANSWER Provide special instructions about the use of the medication.
16.What should Zach QMAP say when entering Ms. Cliento's room? -
ANSWER Hello, I am Zach QMAP the QMAP! I'm here to administer your
morning medications.
17.Why is it important to speak clearly with clients who have hearing loss? -
ANSWER It is important to speak clearly and not to yell to ensure effective
communication.
18.Is it necessary to identify yourself each time you enter a client's room? -
ANSWER Yes, you should always introduce yourself and explain why you
are there, especially for clients with memory impairments.
19.What type of abuse is improper medication administration? - ANSWER
Improper care, such as administering medications improperly, is an example
of physical abuse.
20.What should a QMAP do in an emergency? - ANSWER Remain calm, take
emergency verbal orders from a physician, do not leave the client alone, call
for help or call 911 if alone, and reassure the client.
21.What is anaphylactic shock? - ANSWER A severe, life-threatening allergic
reaction.
22.What are the Seven Rights of Medication Administration? - ANSWER The
Right Client, The Right Medication, The Right Dose, The Right Route, The
Right Time, The Right Documentation, and The Right to Refuse.
Colorado QMAP Medication Administration
& Safety Procedures
1. What is the correct transcription for Guaifenesin 200mg give 1 tab po q4-6h
prn? - ANSWER Guaifenesin 200 milligrams give one tablet by mouth
every four to six hours as needed.
2. What is the correct transcription for Debrox 0.5% otic gtts, 2 gtts to each ear
qd x3d? - ANSWER Debrox 0.5% ear drops, two drops to each ear every
day for three days.
3. How many milligrams are in 1 gram? - ANSWER 1,000 milligrams.
4. How many Atorvastatin 40mg scored tabs are needed for an 80mg dose? -
ANSWER 2 tabs.
5. How many cc will you give for 75 mg of Tylenol Liquid at 25mg/5cc? -
ANSWER 15 cc.
6. How many tablets of Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) will you administer
for 2,000 Units? - ANSWER 2 tabs.
7. How many tablets of Augmentin 250mg are needed for a 0.75Gm dose? -
ANSWER 3 tabs.
8. Can a QMAP take verbal orders from a physician in an emergency? -
ANSWER True.
9. What is the primary purpose of administering medication? - ANSWER To
achieve the therapeutic effect.
10.What should the QMAP do first if 2 extra tablets of Vicodin are noted
during the narcotic count? - ANSWER Immediately notify their supervisor.
11.When may a QMAP change the dial on a medication pen such as Ozempic
or Insulin? - ANSWER Never.
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12.Must medications that require refrigeration be stored separately from food? -
ANSWER True.
13.What instructions should you give your client when administering a coated
tablet? - ANSWER Do not chew the medication, swallow it whole.
14.What should you do when a medication cannot be given on time? -
ANSWER Document the reason for the delay on the MAR and notify your
supervisor.
15.Why do pharmacists place small colored stickers on pharmacy labels? -
ANSWER Provide special instructions about the use of the medication.
16.What should Zach QMAP say when entering Ms. Cliento's room? -
ANSWER Hello, I am Zach QMAP the QMAP! I'm here to administer your
morning medications.
17.Why is it important to speak clearly with clients who have hearing loss? -
ANSWER It is important to speak clearly and not to yell to ensure effective
communication.
18.Is it necessary to identify yourself each time you enter a client's room? -
ANSWER Yes, you should always introduce yourself and explain why you
are there, especially for clients with memory impairments.
19.What type of abuse is improper medication administration? - ANSWER
Improper care, such as administering medications improperly, is an example
of physical abuse.
20.What should a QMAP do in an emergency? - ANSWER Remain calm, take
emergency verbal orders from a physician, do not leave the client alone, call
for help or call 911 if alone, and reassure the client.
21.What is anaphylactic shock? - ANSWER A severe, life-threatening allergic
reaction.
22.What are the Seven Rights of Medication Administration? - ANSWER The
Right Client, The Right Medication, The Right Dose, The Right Route, The
Right Time, The Right Documentation, and The Right to Refuse.
