EKG & Injections
What is the standard EKG paper speed?
25mm/second
Which drug class prevents blood clot formation?
Anticoagulants
What is exercise performed with another person's assistance called?
Assisted exercise
Which lab result may rise when kidney functions is impaired?
Creatinine
what CLIA test category generally has the simplest requirements?
Waived tests
At what angle is a typical subcutaneous injection given?
45 degress
500mg three times a day daily for 10 days: 250mg per capsule; how many capsules
60 capsules
Which 24 hour urine collection purpose does NOT fit: urine culture or qualifying daily excretion?
Urine culture
What is repeatability of lab measurements called?
Precision
Why wipe away the first drop in some capillary collections?
Tissue fluid contamination
What is the purpose of aspirating before injections?
Check for unintended blood vessel entry
which U.S. department publishes federal dietary guidance with HHS (health & human services)
USDA
What can an elevated white blood cell count suggest?
Infection
Notify responsible clinician immediately
What are disease causing agents transmitted through blood called?
Bloodborne pathogens
What technique is used for some irritating intramuscular medications?
Z-track
Which lipoprotien is commonly called good cholestrol?
HDL
What does hemoglobin help indicate?
Blood oxygen-carrying capacity (maximum amount of oxygen that blood can transport)
What determines when to run two levels of quality control?
Manufacturer instructions and applicable policy
what common problem can latex gloves cause
allergic reactions
What do Korotkoff sounds help measure
Blood pressure
Which drink is not part of a clear liquid diet; apple juice, broth, tea or milk?
What is a superficial scrape of skin called?
Abrasion
Which agency focuses on occupations safety and health?
OSHA
Which tube size has the smallest nominal draw: 10, 7, 4, 5 or 2mL?
2ML