Medication Administration Training Final Exam for Routine and Emergency Medications It is required to pass this test to be able to administer medications at your school. The passing score is 85%, which means you can miss no more than 7 questions. If you do fail, the test can be taken up to 2 more times. Question Title * 1. The supervising RN of unlicensed school personnel does not have to be present in the same building, but at least available by phone for consultation. True False Question Title * 2. KRS 156.502 allows anyone to delegate medication administration to unlicensed school personnel. True False Question Title * 3. When accepting the delegation to perform medication administration in the school setting, the unlicensed school employee performs this function under the supervision of the delegating physician, RN or APRN True False Question Title * 4. Proof of successful completion of the medication administration training course provided by the Kentucky Department of Education is valid only for the current school year. True False Question Title * 5. Which would you do first if you are unclear about administering a medication? Ask the student Ask the parent Refrain from administering the medication until the supervising school nurse is contacted Ask the school teacher Question Title * 6. Before administering any medication at school, there must be a written authorization from the student’s parent or guardian. True False Question Title * 7. Except for emergency medication specified in an emergency care plan, all medication should be kept in an appropriately labeled, secure, locked container or cabinet. True False Question Title * 8. Disposal of unused medication or expired medication that isn’t picked up by the parent/guardian may be: Poured down the sink Flushed in the toilet Mixed with glue or cat litter before disposing Reused the next school year Question Title * 9. Changes in a prescribed medication such as change in medication, dose, time and/or frequency require a new authorization form and a new prescription bottle (or label if applicable) from the pharmacy indicating the prescription change. True False Question Title * 10. Parents may not request changes to prescribed medication without the school nurse first contacting the prescribing physician. True False Question Title * 11. Medications to be administered on field trips may be repackaged and the instructions written on that package so that the original bottle with the pharmacy’s prescription label is left safely at the school. True False Question Title * 12. When a student refuses a medication, you should notify the supervising school nurse/parent as soon as possible. True False Question Title * 13. A “PRN” medication means a medication should be given: Once a month Daily On an “as needed basis” Question Title * 14. A student vomits after taking a medication. You should report to the supervising school nurse: Students name and age Medication dose Time interval between medication administration and vomiting All the above Question Title * 15. Extended, sustained or slow release medication should never be crushed or broken. True False Question Title * 16. Gloves should be worn when administering eye, ear and buccal medications. True False Question Title * 17. After the student has taken the oral medication, it is very important to make sure they have swallowed the medication by: Asking the student to open their mouth and raise their tongue Watch for swallowing motion None of the above Question Title * 18. A Common problem in using an inhaler medication is: Forgetting to shake the canister Not waiting long enough between puffs Not taking the medication as prescribed All the above Question Title * 19. Before preparing to administer medication, you should: Weigh the student Wash your hands Take the student’s temperature Question Title * 20. Liquid medications should be poured away from the label: Because you may spill on the counter To prevent smearing of the medication label To make sure it is the right medication Question Title * 21. Liquid medication should be measured at eye level to assure a proper dose. True False Question Title * 22. A student is prescribed two liquid medications. You should do all except: Measure the liquid using a marked medicine cup for each medication Mix the two liquid medications in the same cup Hold the bottles with the label facing your palm Measure the dose at eye level Question Title * 23. What two identifiers should be used to identify the student prior to administering a medication? Student states their name and identified by another student or peer Student photograph and student states their name Parent authorization and student photograph Question Title * 24. Which of the following essential information should be included on the student’s Medication Administration Record? Name of student and home address Student’s name, name of medication, dose, route and time to be given; and any allergies Parent’s name and address Question Title * 25. When administering Narcan Nasal Spray, always prime the nasal spray before administering. True False Question Title * 26. The six rights of medication administration include all except: Right student Right medication Right storage Right dose Right route Right time Right documentation Question Title * 27. If a medication has been given and not documented, there is the risk of a medication error because there is a potential for: Under dosing the student Overdosing the student Documenting on the wrong student Question Title * 28. You may record medication administration prior to giving the medication. True False Question Title * 29. Narcan (Naloxone) is not a substitute for emergency medical care. Repeated doses may be necessary. True False Question Title * 30. What is Diabetes? Inability to produce insulin The result of eating too much sugar A contagious disease The result from eating too much “junk” food Question Title * 31. Hypoglycemia is another term used for low blood sugar level True False Question Title * 32. When may glucagon be prescribed to be administered? When the student doesn’t feel well When the student has a fever When the student is unable to take food or liquid by mouth When a student complains of being very thirsty Question Title * 33. How is glucagon administered? Under the arm Rectally Under the tongue By injection Question Title * 34. What would you do first if a student became unconscious and needed an emergency medication administered? Call a parent Designate someone to call 9-1-1 Call the school nurse Call the student’s physician Question Title * 35. Anaphylaxis may be caused by: Insect bites or stings Foods Medications All the above Question Title * 36. Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis include: Itchy skin and hives Swelling or flushing of the lips, throat, and tongue Wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, hoarseness and/or loss of consciousness All the above Question Title * 37. The recommended injection site for the EpiPen auto-injector is the: Right arm Abdomen Outer thigh Buttocks Question Title * 38. The EpiPen must be held firmly in the thigh muscle for at least one minute. True False Question Title * 39. Clothing must be removed before using the EpiPen auto-injector. True False Question Title * 40. After administering the EpiPen, the effect of the epinephrine will only last 10 to 15 minutes. True False Question Title * 41. After using the EpiPen auto-injector you should: Dispose of the used EpiPen in the trash can Send the used EpiPen to the emergency facility with the student Dispose of the used EpiPen in the sharps container Send the used EpiPen home with the student Question Title * 42. Seizures may last a few seconds to a few minutes True False Question Title * 43. All seizures are a medical emergency and require Diazepam (Diastat) or Klonopin to be given as soon as possible. True False Question Title * 44. A student should not be restrained during a seizure. True False Question Title * 45. Never place an object in the student’s mouth during a seizure. True False Question Title * 46. One first aid measure during a convulsive seizure is to turn the student to one side. True False Question Title * 47. Unlicensed school personnel may be delegated and trained by an RN to administer Diazepam (Diastat) rectal gel or buccal Klonopin tablets. True False Question Title * 48. Which emergency drug may be prescribed to treat a severe allergic reaction to peanuts (anaphylaxis)? Glucagon Diastat EpiPen Question Title * 49. For school personnel who have been delegated and trained to administer medications according to KRS 156.502, school districts should have policies and procedures on medication administration readily accessible. True False Question Title * 50. Local school district policies and procedures should provide information on topics such as: Storage of medication How to dispose of unused medication Administration of medication on a field on a field trip All the above Question Title * 51. Please enter your information below: Name School Done