MACE - Exam Prep Role and Authorized Duties Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following tasks is considered outside the scope of practice for a Certified Medication Aide (CMA)?

Accepted Answer

Calculating a medication dosage based on a resident's weight.

Answer

Administering routine oral medications to a resident.

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Documenting a resident's refusal of a prescribed medication.

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Observing a resident for side effects after medication administration.

Question 2

A resident has a PRN (as needed) order for a mild analgesic. The resident complains of a headache. What is the Medication Aide's FIRST authorized action?

Accepted Answer

Notify the supervising licensed nurse of the resident's complaint.

Answer

Administer the PRN medication immediately.

Answer

Assess the resident's pain level on a scale of 1 to 10.

Answer

Offer the resident a glass of water and a cool cloth.

Question 3

Under whose direct supervision must a Medication Aide work when performing their authorized duties?

Accepted Answer

A licensed nurse (RN or LPN/LVN)

Answer

A facility administrator

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A licensed physician

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A licensed pharmacist

Question 4

Which of the following is a primary authorized duty of a Medication Aide?

Accepted Answer

Accurately documenting administered medications on the MAR.

Answer

Developing resident care plans.

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Administering medications via intravenous (IV) route.

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Accepting verbal medication orders directly from a physician.

Question 5

A Medication Aide is preparing to administer a topical medication patch. The Medication Aide notices that the previous patch has not been removed. What is the appropriate action for the Medication Aide to take?

Accepted Answer

Remove the old patch, document its removal, and apply the new one as ordered.

Answer

Apply the new patch next to the old one.

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Ask the resident to remove the old patch themselves.

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Leave both patches on and report it at the end of the shift.

Question 6

A key role of the Medication Aide is to observe residents and report any changes. Which of the following should be reported IMMEDIATELY to the supervising nurse?

Accepted Answer

A resident experiencing sudden shortness of breath after receiving a new medication.

Answer

A resident stating they enjoyed their lunch.

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A resident requesting to watch a different television channel.

Answer

A resident sleeping soundly in their chair.