Free AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Practice Question

A 52-year-old man with a history of chronic renal failure is given a prescription meant to manage his joint pain. Knowing the patient's medical history, which of the following actions should you take before the patient receives the medication?

  • Instruct the patient to take the medication with food to minimize the risk of gastro-intestinal discomfort

  • Refer to the prescribing physician to discuss the risk to the patient's renal health

  • Recommend that the patient drink more water to reduce the concentration of the medication in the kidneys

  • Administer the medication as directed and monitor the patient closely for adverse effects

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AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) / 
Clinical Competency
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