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MAP CERTIFICATION ACTUAL EXAM
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS NEWLY MODIFIED TESTED AND
APPROVED!!!
what to bring if you're taking a patient to the hospital or ER -- ANSWER---Take the person's
current medication list
-insurance card
-HCP Encounter/Consult/Order form
medication reconciliation -- ANSWER---process of generating the most complete and
accurate list of the individual's currently prescribed medication
-must be done during every transition of care
purpose of medication reconciliation -- ANSWER---ensures new medication ordered during a
hospital stay is not omitted when the person returns home
-also ensures medication that was discontinued during a hospital stay is not administered
when the person returns home.
Principles of Medication Administration -- ANSWER--Mindfulness, supporting abilities,
communication
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mindfulness -- ANSWER---Always remaining alert and focused during medication
administration; paying attention.
-Thinking about what you are doing and not something else; be observant and report
observations.
MAP consultant -- ANSWER---Registered nurses
-registered pharmacists
-health care providers (HCP)
when to contact a MAP consultant -- ANSWER---too much or too little of a medication was
administered
-the medication was omitted (not given)
-the HCP order, pharmacy label or medication sheet do not agree
Tamper resistant packaging, a double key locked area, and frequent counting are required for
countable controlled medications because -- ANSWER--they have a high risk of being stolen
and abused.
OTC med requirements -- ANSWER---A HCP order for administration
-Packaged by the pharmacy
-Labeled by the pharmacy
-Secured in a key locked area
-Tracked using documents
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dietary supplement requirements -- ANSWER---A HCP order for administration
-Packaged by the pharmacy
-Labeled by the pharmacy
-Secured in a key locked area
-Tracked using forms
dietary supplements vs nutritional supplements -- ANSWER--dietary supplements- contain
dietary ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, herbs or other substances (have a supplement
facts label) nutritional supplements- conventional' food items that do not fall under MAP
(have a nutritional facts label)
importance of HCP knowing about all meds -- ANSWER--the HCP can prescribe a new
medication that has a lower chance of interacting with current medications
To monitor the person for effects of medication you must: -- ANSWER---learn about the
people you support
-read about each new medication before administering
-know where to find or how to contact medication information resources
procedure for medical appointment -- ANSWER---Tell the person the date and time, when
appropriate
-Discuss what is going to happen at the visit
Follow any instructions ordered to prepare for the visit
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during an HCP appointment -- ANSWER---Assist the person, if needed
-Advocate, encourage participation and support abilities
-Provide info to the HCP when asked
-Communicate the reason for the visit
-Redirect the HCP to the person you are assisting when the HCP asks questions Help
the person to answer questions, if needed
5 rights of med administration -- ANSWER--right pt
right dose right time right route right drug
how long are HCP orders valid for -- ANSWER--1 year
what are your responsibilities when a person manages their medical appointments
independently -- ANSWER---Reminding the person of the upcoming appointment
-Ensuring the person has all necessary documents,
-Reviewing with the person what needs to be discussed at the appointment
-Arranging transportation
-Reminding the person to obtain prescription refills
In relation to medication administration, people have the right to: -- ANSWER---know what
their medications are and the reasons they are taken
-know the risks associated with taking the medication
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MAP CERTIFICATION ACTUAL EXAM
PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS NEWLY MODIFIED TESTED AND
APPROVED!!!
what to bring if you're taking a patient to the hospital or ER -- ANSWER---Take the person's
current medication list
-insurance card
-HCP Encounter/Consult/Order form
medication reconciliation -- ANSWER---process of generating the most complete and
accurate list of the individual's currently prescribed medication
-must be done during every transition of care
purpose of medication reconciliation -- ANSWER---ensures new medication ordered during a
hospital stay is not omitted when the person returns home
-also ensures medication that was discontinued during a hospital stay is not administered
when the person returns home.
Principles of Medication Administration -- ANSWER--Mindfulness, supporting abilities,
communication
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mindfulness -- ANSWER---Always remaining alert and focused during medication
administration; paying attention.
-Thinking about what you are doing and not something else; be observant and report
observations.
MAP consultant -- ANSWER---Registered nurses
-registered pharmacists
-health care providers (HCP)
when to contact a MAP consultant -- ANSWER---too much or too little of a medication was
administered
-the medication was omitted (not given)
-the HCP order, pharmacy label or medication sheet do not agree
Tamper resistant packaging, a double key locked area, and frequent counting are required for
countable controlled medications because -- ANSWER--they have a high risk of being stolen
and abused.
OTC med requirements -- ANSWER---A HCP order for administration
-Packaged by the pharmacy
-Labeled by the pharmacy
-Secured in a key locked area
-Tracked using documents
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dietary supplement requirements -- ANSWER---A HCP order for administration
-Packaged by the pharmacy
-Labeled by the pharmacy
-Secured in a key locked area
-Tracked using forms
dietary supplements vs nutritional supplements -- ANSWER--dietary supplements- contain
dietary ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, herbs or other substances (have a supplement
facts label) nutritional supplements- conventional' food items that do not fall under MAP
(have a nutritional facts label)
importance of HCP knowing about all meds -- ANSWER--the HCP can prescribe a new
medication that has a lower chance of interacting with current medications
To monitor the person for effects of medication you must: -- ANSWER---learn about the
people you support
-read about each new medication before administering
-know where to find or how to contact medication information resources
procedure for medical appointment -- ANSWER---Tell the person the date and time, when
appropriate
-Discuss what is going to happen at the visit
Follow any instructions ordered to prepare for the visit
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during an HCP appointment -- ANSWER---Assist the person, if needed
-Advocate, encourage participation and support abilities
-Provide info to the HCP when asked
-Communicate the reason for the visit
-Redirect the HCP to the person you are assisting when the HCP asks questions Help
the person to answer questions, if needed
5 rights of med administration -- ANSWER--right pt
right dose right time right route right drug
how long are HCP orders valid for -- ANSWER--1 year
what are your responsibilities when a person manages their medical appointments
independently -- ANSWER---Reminding the person of the upcoming appointment
-Ensuring the person has all necessary documents,
-Reviewing with the person what needs to be discussed at the appointment
-Arranging transportation
-Reminding the person to obtain prescription refills
In relation to medication administration, people have the right to: -- ANSWER---know what
their medications are and the reasons they are taken
-know the risks associated with taking the medication
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