Qualified Medication Aides (QMA) Practice Exam

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How long should one wait between administering two different eye medications?

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The correct answer is: 5 minutes

When administering two different eye medications, it is important to allow for a proper interval between each application to ensure that the first medication has sufficient time to be absorbed and take action before the second one is introduced. Waiting for 5 minutes between administering different eye medications is the recommended practice. This interval minimizes the risk of the second medication washing away the first and allows for optimal therapeutic efficacy. The absorption of eye medications can be impacted by the introduction of a second medication if done too quickly. Thus, a 5-minute wait helps to maximize the effectiveness of both treatments while ensuring they do not interfere with each other.