Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA) State Practice Exam

When pouring medication, at what position should the eye be positioned?

1. Above the medication bottle

2. Eye level with the label

3. Below the medication bottle

4. At any convenient height

The correct answer is: Eye level with the label

The appropriate position for the eye when pouring medication is at eye level with the label. This practice is crucial for ensuring that the medication is poured accurately. When the eye is aligned with the label, it allows the individual to clearly read the dosage instructions and ensure that they are pouring the correct amount of medication. This alignment helps to minimize the risk of errors that can arise from misreading the label due to glare, distance, or angle, which could potentially lead to administering an incorrect dose. Maintaining this eye level position is a key component of safe medication administration, emphasizing the importance of precision and attention to detail in healthcare practices.