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CRMA 40-Hour COURSE FLASHCARDS Introduction and Unit 1

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PDR (Physycian's Desk Reference, Drug Reference Book, Pharmacy, Leaflet

'Blood, Saliva, Feces, Urine, Vomit, Semen, Skin wound fluid

If you are concerned about the side effects of a medication, where might you look for information?

When they don't know you are taking it.

How do you take a person's respirations

Name four body fluids that may become infected:

The heart rate can be heard using a

stethascope

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If a resident in a facility is subjected to emotional, verbal, physical, or sexual abuse or exploitation, the circumstances must be immediately reported to whom.

A resident has a draining leg wound and while you are applying the medication, the drainage spills onto your skin that was not covered by the glove, what immediate step must you do

Options: Nurse, Nurse Consultant, Pharmacist, Doctor, Nurse Practitioner, Physician's Assistant

Name a person available to the CRMA for medication information

Department of Health and Human Services

Wash your skin that was exposed.

What does PRN stand for

As needed

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The radial pulse is easily located on the ___________ side of the wrist.

The normal heart rate is __________ to ___________

What is the normal range for pulse readings? __________ beats/minute

Normal blood pressure is ________ over _________.

Palm side on wrist below the thumb

120/80

60-100

60-100

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how many beats/minute and whether it is regular or not

Temp, Pulse, Respirations, Blood Pressure

What two things should you observe about a pulse?

Normal respirations are ____________ to _____________.

Normal oral temperature is

Vital signs include?

98.6 degrees Fahrenheit

12-20

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Radial (wrist), Apical (right side of chest), Carotid (neck), and Brachial pulse (inner aspect of bend in arm), Pedal (foot)

Because all body fluids are possible sources of bacteria, viruses and/or other microorganisms, preventing the spread of infections becomes a main concern. List one action to prevent the spread of infection

Good hand washing, Good housekeeping, Practicing Infection Control (wearing gloves and other PPE (personal protective equipment)

List the Four pieces of equipment required for taking Vital Signs

Thermometer, Stethoscope, Blood Pressure Cuff, Watch with second hand

Received training per DHHS regulations by an RN

What steps must be taken for a CRMA to administer insulin?

Where are the places that you can take a pulse:

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Unlicensed personnel administering oral medications must successfully complete training in a current course approved by the State.

The Administrator will ensure the use of safe and acceptable methods for administering drugs

In order to administer medications in an Assisted Housing Program, state regulations require certification.

Your certification is restricted to the agency you are working with at the time of completion.

False

True

True

True

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A CRMA must obtain education in the form of an 8 hour recertification competency testing prior to or within 30 days of expiration of their certificate to maintain their certification.

It is the duty of the CRMA to utilize safe and acceptable procedure in the administration of medications and treatments.

A nurse consultant is not governed by any rules.

A CRMA certificate is valid in all states

True

False

False

True

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One of the responsibilities of the CRMA is to Receive Medications from the pharmacy and count them.

Who is responsible for the day to day care of the residents?

The administrator oversees the facility

A CRMA may take telephone orders for medications.

True

Care Staff

False

'True

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a. Within what the state regulations allow. b. Written in a policy book that you may look up. c. You will need to ask questions to clarify how things are done at your facility. d. All of the above

How often are you required to renew your CRMA certificate?

It is within the "Scope of Practice" for the CRMA to decide:

to notify the physician of possible side effects

You expect your role as a CRMA to be:

Every 2 years

A Nurse Consultant

Must be an RN