Medication AdministrationQuestion 5 of 100
A resident refuses her morning blood pressure pill. What is the correct action for the medication aide?
a.Hide the pill in food without telling her
b.Force the resident to swallow it for her safety
c.Skip documentation since the pill was not given
d.Respect the refusal, document it, and notify the nurse
Explanation
Residents have the right to refuse medication. The aide honors the refusal, documents it on the MAR, and reports it to the supervising nurse so the refusal can be evaluated and the physician notified if needed.
Practice all 100 questions free — no signup required.
Related questions on this topic
- The 'rights' of medication administration include the right patient, drug, dose, route, and time. Which additional rights are commonly added to make eight rights?
- A resident is ordered a medication 'PC.' When should the aide plan to give it?
- An order reads 'give at HS.' What does HS indicate?
- Which route delivers medication under the tongue for rapid absorption into the bloodstream?
- When instilling eye (ophthalmic) drops, where should the drop be placed?
- A resident needs otic (ear) drops. For an adult, how should the ear canal be positioned?
Last reviewed: · editorial process
PrepPass Editorial Team · Verified against Certified Medication Aide / Technician (CMA/CMT) Exam · How we review