Certified Medication Aide (CMA)

For reference, federal nursing-home surveyors count a wrong-time error when a dose is given how far from its scheduled time, if the timing could harm the resident?

1. A240 or more minutes earlier or later
2. B60 or more minutes earlier or laterCorrect
3. C15 or more minutes earlier or later
4. D30 or more minutes earlier or later

Why: The CMS State Operations Manual counts a wrong-time error at 60 or more minutes off schedule when the timing could cause discomfort or harm. The facility's own written policy sets the exact window staff must follow.CMS State Operations Manual, Appendix PP (F759/F760)

Which of the following is a controlled substance requiring special counting and documentation?

1. ACalcium supplement
2. BMultivitamin
3. COxycodoneCorrect
4. DAcetaminophen (plain)

Why: Opioids such as oxycodone are controlled substances under federal law and require secure storage plus a witnessed count and precise documentation. Ordinary over-the-counter items like vitamins are not controlled.Controlled Substances Act