AMCA Review For CMAC (2023 – 2024) With
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What is the basic unit of measurement for weight in the apothecary system? - grain
how many mls. are in a teaspoon? - 5 mls, 5 cc
how many teaspoons in a tablespoon? - 3
how many pounds in a kg? - 2.2 lbs.
there are how many tablespoons in a cup? - 16
what is the most common route of administration of nitroglycerin? - sublingual
Coumadin is known as what type of medication? - anti-coagulant
true or false-before administering any medication you should first check for any allergies? - true
buccal - inside cheek
Gr - grain
Mg - milligram
, ml - milliliter
NPO/PO - nothing by mouth/by mouth
NSAID - non steroidal anti inflammatory
PRN - as needed
Post - after
Sig - write on label
hs - hour of sleep/bedtime
tid/bid - 3 times a day/ 2 times a day
Precef - antibiotic
Xylocaine/Lidocaine, Novocaine are what type of medication? - anesthetic
Aspirin (ASA) or Tylenol (acetaminophen) are what types of medication - analgesic or antipirectic
what is a persons co-insurance based on? - % of charge
what is a living will? - A legal document that a person makes to have their wishes known.
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