Test Prep MACE Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

Test Prep MACE Online Questions & Answers

• Question 281:

  What is the best time to administer a diuretic?

  A. Before 6 a.m.
  B. After 10 p.m.
  C. Between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
  D. At bedtime
  C. Between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

• Question 282:

  What is the next step after administering a medication to a resident?

  A. Record the administration on the MAR.
  B. Give the resident a bath.
  C. Communicate to the nurse that the resident's medication has been administered.
  D. Check the resident's identification.
  A. Record the administration on the MAR.

• Question 283:

  Which of the following is an example of an ethical dilemma?

  A. Euthanasia
  B. Slander
  C. Abuse
  D. Stealing
  A. Euthanasia

• Question 284:

  The MA-C is administering guaifenesin to a resident as part of the resident's treatment for the flu. Which of the following responses would the MA-C see that would demonstrate the effectiveness of the treatment?

  A. The resident becomes afebrile.
  B. The resident sleeps through the night.
  C. The resident's cough is looser and productive.
  D. The resident experiences a decrease in coughing.
  C. The resident's cough is looser and productive.

• Question 285:

  The resident is started on an antidepressant.

  For which potential side effect should the resident be assessed in the first 2 to 4 weeks?

  A. Weakness
  B. Increased libido
  C. A hangover effect
  D. Suicidal tendencies
  D. Suicidal tendencies

• Question 286:

  Every new resident of an extended care facility should be provided a copy of __________ publication.

  A. The Rights of the State Agency
  B. The Rules and Regulations for Residents
  C. The Patient's Bill of Rights
  D. The Resident's Bill of Rights
  D. The Resident's Bill of Rights

• Question 287:

  An MA reviews the Medication Administration Record and notices that an error has occurred. A resident was given the wrong medication. What should the MA's first action be to?

  A. Inform the resident
  B. Call a lawyer
  C. Inform the nurse or supervisor
  D. Call the physician
  C. Inform the nurse or supervisor

• Question 288:

  When patients are taking metronidazole (Flagyl), which of the following should they avoid?

  A. Fatty foods
  B. Sweetened beverages
  C. Alcoholic beverages
  D. Salty foods
  C. Alcoholic beverages

• Question 289:

  Which medication is administered for anxiety?

  A. Diazepam
  B. Antivert
  C. Morphine
  D. Nitroglycerin
  A. Diazepam

• Question 290:

  Many older individuals have used baking soda as a home remedy for indigestion. Baking soda should not be taken if the resident has __________.

  A. Congestive heart failure
  B. Renal disease
  C. Osteoporosis
  D. Hypertension
  C. Osteoporosis