Test Prep MACE Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

Test Prep MACE Online Questions & Answers

• Question 131:

  A medical emergency can also arise due to a sudden life-threatening drug reaction, known as ananaphylaxis. Which of the following is a sign of anaphylaxis?

  A. Dry hives
  B. Shortness of breath
  C. Nausea
  D. Headache
  B. Shortness of breath

• Question 132:

  Which of the following is not a diuretic?

  A. Spironolactone
  B. Hydrochlorothizide
  C. Triameterene
  D. Hydrocodone
  D. Hydrocodone

• Question 133:

  All of the following are important actions for the Medication Aide to prevent a lawsuit except __________.

  A. Perform your duties according to your position description.
  B. Flirt with family members and the patient.
  C. Communicate effectively and efficiently.
  D. Maintaining a positive attitude.
  B. Flirt with family members and the patient.

• Question 134:

  The MA-C knows that it is not appropriate to __________ when taking an antibiotic.

  A. Stop the medication when symptoms clear
  B. Take the medication until the medication is gone
  C. Drink plenty of fluids
  D. Follow standard precautions
  A. Stop the medication when symptoms clear

• Question 135:

  What would be the Medication Aide response when he/she is asked by a resident about how medications work when taken into the body?

  A. Medications can cause the growth of abnormal cells.
  B. Medications enhance or block some functions of the body.
  C. Medications can change the function of some of the cells of the body.
  D. Medications can cause the body to develop new cells
  B. Medications enhance or block some functions of the body.

• Question 136:

  Singulair (Montelukast) is most often used with other medications to control asthma. What is the most important factor to remember when using Singulair?

  A. Singulair is not a fast-acting drug and cannot be used in the place of a rescue bronchodilator.
  B. It may reduce the use of a fast-acting bronchodilator over time.
  C. It may lead to fewer symptoms during the night.
  D. It may lead to fewer asthma attacks.
  A. Singulair is not a fast-acting drug and cannot be used in the place of a rescue bronchodilator.

• Question 137:

  Which of the following is not a risk factor for Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)?

  A. A family history of PUD
  B. Stress
  C. Smoking
  D. Being a male
  D. Being a male

• Question 138:

  Which of the following are side effects of anticholinergic medications?

  A. Dry mouth and urinary retention
  B. Excessive thirst and hunger
  C. Urinary urgency and excessive salvia
  D. Bradycardia and dizziness
  A. Dry mouth and urinary retention

• Question 139:

  What is the most common bacteria that causes most UTIs?

  A. Staphylococcus aureus
  B. Pseudomonas aeruginosa
  C. Escherichia coli
  D. Enterococcus faecalis
  C. Escherichia coli

• Question 140:

  When administering medication into the ear canal of an adult, it is important to do what?

  A. Pull the pinna of the ear down and back.
  B. Push the ear tragus forward.
  C. Not touch the tragus of the ear.
  D. Pull the pinna of the ear up and back.
  D. Pull the pinna of the ear up and back.