module 6
A puncture-proof container explicitly designed to safely dispose of needles
what is a sharps container
determines the level of sugar in the blood
what is blood glucose test
Documented process for handling specimens from collection to reporting
what is the chain of custody
A cardiac test that records electrical activity of the heart
what is a EKG
an x-ray of the breast to help identify cancer.
what is a mammogram
Disease-causing microorganism
what is a pathogen
microscopic study of cells to identify a diagnosis
what is hematology
The critical sequence for filling color-top tubes to avoid cross-contamination and ensure accurate test results.
what is the order of draw
The complete absence of any waves on the EKG tracing.
what is asystole
agency of the government that oversees and regulates worker safety
what is osha
The condition of being free from infection or infectious material.
what is asepsis
a waxy, fat-like substance made by the liver
what is cholesterol
The hollow space inside a needle
what is the lumen
Starts at the beginning of the Q wave and ends at the end of the T wave
what is QT interval
Offer services for individuals who can no longer perform basic daily living activities
what is long term care
A procedure performed under sterile conditions.
what is Aseptic Technique
microscopic study of cells to identify a diagnosis
what is cytology
A method of blood collection for small amounts
what is a capillary puncture
Represents ventricular repolarization
what is a T wave
the main reason for patient deficiencies during a transition of care
what is lack of communication
A technique for destroying pathogens
what is sterilization
level of hearing is tested using headphones
what is a audiometry
Adjustment or setting of medical equipment to ensure accuracy
what is calibration
A break in the normal EKG, the SA node failed to fire
what is sinus arrest
a cultural factor that can affect a patient's compliance with treatment
what are beliefs related to food and diet