North Carolina Medication Aide (Med Tech) Practice Exam

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What is the recommended frequency for checking the medication label against the MAR?

  1. Once for each medication administered

  2. Twice for each medication administered

  3. Three times for each medication administered

  4. After every resident is treated

The correct answer is: Three times for each medication administered

The recommended frequency for checking the medication label against the Medication Administration Record (MAR) is three times for each medication administered. This practice is rooted in the "Five Rights" of medication administration, which include the right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, and right time. By verifying the medication label three times, the medication aide ensures that they are maintaining a high standard of safety and accuracy during medication administration. The first check typically occurs when retrieving the medication from storage, the second check happens when preparing or measuring the dose, and the final check is conducted before administering the medication to the resident. This thorough process minimizes the risk of medication errors, helping to promote patient safety and effective treatment outcomes. Other options suggest fewer checks, which may not provide adequate assurance of the medication's accuracy and appropriateness, potentially increasing the likelihood of errors in medication administration.