CMT - Certified Medical Technician Medication Administration Routes Questions and Answers

Question 1

A resident is prescribed a sublingual medication. What is the correct instruction for the Certified Medical Technician (CMT) to provide to the resident?

Accepted Answer

Place the medication under your tongue and allow it to dissolve.

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Place the medication between your cheek and gum.

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Swallow the medication whole with a full glass of water.

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Chew the medication thoroughly before swallowing.

Question 2

When applying a medicated cream to a resident's skin, which of the following actions is a critical part of the correct procedure?

Accepted Answer

Wear gloves and apply a thin, even layer to clean, dry skin.

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Apply a thick layer to ensure maximum absorption.

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Rub the cream vigorously into the skin until it disappears.

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Apply the cream to broken skin to promote faster healing.

Question 3

A resident with asthma is due for their medication administered via a metered-dose inhaler (MDI). Which instruction is essential for the CMT to give the resident to ensure the medication is delivered effectively?

Accepted Answer

"Shake the inhaler well before use and take a slow, deep breath as you press the canister."

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"Inhale as quickly as you can after pressing the canister."

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"Hold your breath for 1-2 seconds after inhaling the medication."

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"It is not necessary to wait between puffs if a second dose is ordered."

Question 4

A resident has a physician's order for an oral tablet, but they are currently experiencing nausea and vomiting. What is the most appropriate action for the CMT to take?

Accepted Answer

Withhold the medication and report the resident's symptoms to the nurse.

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Crush the tablet and mix it with applesauce.

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Administer the medication with a large glass of water to settle the stomach.

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Wait 30 minutes and try to administer the medication again.

Question 5

Which of the following medication administration routes is typically outside the scope of practice for a Certified Medication Technician (CMT)?

Accepted Answer

Intramuscular (IM)

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Oral (PO)

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Transdermal

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Otic (ear drops)

Question 6

A medication that is administered by placing it between the resident's cheek and gum is delivered via which route?

Accepted Answer

Buccal

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Oral

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Sublingual

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Topical