Exam Preview for 31551: Administration of Medication in ECE Setting

Administration of Medication in ECE Settings, in partnership with Region 9 Head Start Association

Please note: exam questions are subject to change.

1. In which of the following situations would you most likely be required to administer medication to a child while in your care? Child has an expired antibiotic parent provided for an ear infection Child has a cough and needs OTC cough medicine Child with asthma has a prescribed inhaler Child is teething and parent provides teething gel
2. Which of the following medications can you give with parent written permission, but does not require doctor's prescription? Acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol) Teething gel Hydrocortisone cream Insect repellent
3. Which of the following medications may be administered in EC programs, with appropriate documentation? New medication given for the first time Homemade remedy Cough and cold medication Prescribed medication
4. Checking the name on the authorization form and the bottle helps to ensure which of the following? The right child The right dosage The right time The right route
5. Getting out only one medication at a time helps to ensure which of the following? The right child The right medication The right dosage The right time
6. When giving liquid medications, using a calibrated medicine dropper helps to ensure which of the following? The right child The right medication The right dosage The right time
7. Asking the parent when the medication was last given at home helps to ensure which of the following? The right medication The right dosage The right route The right time
8. What are possible signs of an allergic reaction to medication? Breathing problems Rash Itching All of the above
9. What should you do when medication is no longer being administered? Flush remaining medication down the toilet Put remaining medication in the child's diaper bag Give remaining medication directly to parent/guardian Keep remaining medication in locked cabinet in case you need it again
10. Where should medicine be stored? The child's cubby Original labeled containers in locked cabinets Storage bags The child's diaper bag