Certified Medication Aide Practice

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What is implied by the abbreviation "q" in medication administration?

After noon
Before meals
Every
By mouth

The correct answer is: Every

The abbreviation "q" in medication administration implies "Every." This abbreviation is commonly used in medical settings to indicate the frequency at which a medication should be administered. For example, if a medication label instructs to administer a medication "q6h," it means the medication should be given every 6 hours. This abbreviation helps healthcare providers and Certified Medication Aides plan and administer medications at the correct intervals to ensure optimal effectiveness and patient safety. The other options are not correct: A. "After noon" is not represented by the abbreviation "q" in medication administration. B. "Before meals" is not represented by the abbreviation "q" in medication administration. D. "By mouth" is not represented by the abbreviation "q" in medication administration.