Testing and Laboratory
The simplest form of lab testing
What is CLIA-waived testing Ch.11 p. 197
Used to disinfect examination rooms
What is bleach solution (1:10 ratio) Ch. 10 pg. 190
Used for venipuncture on fragile or small veins
What is butterfly needle
Speed at which the EKG paper should run
What is 25 mm/second
How to stop bleeding after phlebotomy
What is hold pressure to site for 2 minutes and elevate extremity
Foods to avoid 3 days prior to fecal occult blood testing
What are raw fruits and vegetables (horseradishes, beets, melons) Ch. 11 pg. 196
Destroys all microorganisms including spores
Correct order of draw
What is yellow, light blue, red, gold or tiger top, green, lavender, gray
Location of lower leg electrode placement in the case of an amputation
What is lower abdomen
intradermal injection given in the forearm (0.1mL) that is read in 48-72 hours
What is TB skin test AKA PPD or Mantoux test
The best time to collect sputum specimens
What is "in the morning" Ch. 11 pg. 196
Polyethylene or polypropylene material
what is biohazard bag material
Can be used for post-phlebotomy care such as bruising
What is ice or chemical cold packs
Represents ventricular depolarization (contraction)
What is the QRS complex
Federal policy that regulates manufacture and distribution of controlled substances
What is the Controlled Substances Act (CSA)
How is color vision tested?
What is an Ishihara book Ch. 11 pg. 205
accompanies chemicals used in the workplace; lists ingredients, handling procedures, first-aid, and other important information regarding chemicals
What is Safety Data Sheets
Used to cleanse skin for blood cultures
What is povidone-iodine or chlorexidine
Ground lead on the EKG
What is the left leg
Illegal drugs fall under this schedule; high abuse level
What is schedule I drug
What is notify the physician immediately
A common disinfectant used in clinical settings but usually requires long submersion time to be effective
What is glutaraldehyde
Age group appropriate for venipuncture
What is 2 years and older
Poor grounding or external electricity interfering with EKG tracing
What is AC interference
pulse ox less than 95% is called
What is hypoxia