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A test, which analyzes arterial blood for oxygen, carbon dioxide and bicarbonate content in addition to blood pH.

Unique number given for each test request

tuberculosis

10-12 hours

refers to fasting (nothing by mouth) & refrain from strenous exercise for 8-12 hours prior to blood draw.

The large vein on the inner side of the biceps often chosen for intravenous injections and blood drawing.

*close to a lot of nerves

never increase in number, only the amount of histamine being released increases in response to allergic reaction

The key element of battery is that the touching be unauthorized, not that it be intended to harm the person; lack of consent.

blood cultures

an infection transmitted from blood to blood.

SPS – Sodium Polyanethole Sulfonate

universal recipient

universal donor

Bleeding Time Test
used to evaluate primary stages of hemostasis. test usu done prior to surgery

a small needle with two plastic wings attached which are squeezed together to form a tab that is used to manipulate the needle. A long 6-12″ plastic tubing is attached which again offers better manipulation.

a blood test marker for inflammation in the body.

use SST for serum
use lavander for plasma

culture & sensitivity

A convenient, ready-to-use, intermediate-level surface disinfectant that is effective against TB, HBV, HCV, viruses, bacteria and fungi.

Centers for disease control and prevention

all facilities in the U.S. that perform lab testing on human specimens for health assessment or the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of disease are regulated under CLIA

the clinical laboratory improvement amendments of 1988 federal regulatory standards that apply to all clinical laboratory testing performed on humans on the United States

the temporary platelet plug is converted to a stable fibrin clot

cross contamination

PT- prothrombin time
PTT – partial thromboplastin time

CMP- comprehensive metabolic panel
BMP- basic metabolic panel

ammonia
ABG
lactic acid

storage or back-up testing

Ammonia

sodium heparin

solution of sodium hypochlorite (bleach/clorox)
lysol

a blood test marker for inflammation in the body. It is produced in the liver and its level is measured by testing the blood.

– this protein is an acute phase reactant which means that its levels will RISE in response to inflammation

a 24-hour urine and serum test that is both a blood and urine collection.

*specimens must be handled and stored (refrigerated) correctly

another name for alcohol, also referred to as ETOH

after a meal

point of care testing

The measuring of a body’s ability to metabolize certain substances, monitoring changes in the patients condition within a 24-hour period

sneezing, coughing

increase in allergies, skin & parasitic infection

active against antibody

occurs after OSHA receives notice from the employer of a workplace fatality or an accident resulting in the hospitalization of 3 or more employees

breakdown and removal of the clot

an inanimate object that transports microorganisms

gray

SST/Gold tube should be used

branch of medicine dealing with diseases, debilities and care of aged persons

a device that individuals with diabetes use to measure the amount of sugar in their blood stream

the end product of carbohydrate metabolism and is the chief source of energy for all living organisms

this law deals with the rendering of first aid by health care professionals at the scene of an accident or sudden injury. it encourages health care professionals to provide medical care within their scope of training without fear of being sued for negligence.

OGTT- oral glucose tolerance test
lactic acid
blood alcohol

sodium fluoride

has only A antigen
has B antibody in plasma

has both A & B antigen
NO A or B antibody

has only the B antigen
has A antibody in plasma

has no antigen present
both A & B antibody in plasma

what needle diameter is measured by.
the larger the needle, the smaller the guage

FOBT test cards
FOBT= fecal occult blood test

a localized collection of blood within tissues due to leakage from the wall of a blood vessel, producing a bluish discoloration (ecchymosis) and pain

AKA: bruise

blood in urine

a comprehensive point-of-care coagulation monitoring system.

note: This is not the industry standard and practitioners may use an alternative

leaving tourniquet on too long

a decrease in blood fluid content of the blood (plasma), resulting in an increase in concentration.
this is determined by an increase in hematocrit numbers.

the breaking of the red blood cells membrane releasing free hemoglobin into the circulating blood.

the arrest of bleeding, whether it be by :
– normal vasoconstriction
– by an abnormal obstruction
– by coagulation
– surgical means

the hemoglobin A1c test indicates the avg. level of blood sugar over a 2-3 month window. it is customarily drawn in a lavender tube

the tendency of an organism or a cell to regulate its internal conditions, usually by a system of feedback control, so as to stabilize health and functioning, regardless of the outside changing conditions.

2/3 full

only 1 min

between 1:10 & 1:100

vinyl or nitrile

at least 10 mins

occurs when OSHA receives a report that a condition of imminent danger exists at a workplace
*least common type of inspection

EDTA

CBC- complete blood count
ESR- Erthryocyte sedimentation rate

plasma

sodium citrate

numbers increase during a viral infection

most commonly used for venipuncture procedures.
large & doesnt tend to move when needle is inserted

the destruction of pathogenic microorganisms after they leave body.

electrolyte panel
hcG
pregnancy test

lithium herparin

increase in intracellular infections and tuberculosis
LARGEST white blood cell

respiratory

Hepatitis B

numbers increase in bacterial infection

1. eat
2. drink
3. smoke
4. apply cosmetics or lip balm
5. handle contact lenses

term used to define any infection contracted in a health care setting

the study and treatment of cancer

1. median cubital vein
2. cephalic vein
3. basilic vein

disease or infection transmitted other than by mouth
ex: needle stick, open wound, hangnail, eyes, etc.

highest chemical blood level

these are tiny red spots that appear on the skin from rupturing the capillaries due to the tourniquet being left on too long or too tight.

inflammation of a vein as a result of of repeated venipuncture on that vein

TSR- Type & screen ratio
cross match – Match blood type/Rh to donor for transfusion

EDTA

platelets aggregate at the injured site forming a temporary platelet plug

vascular phase & platelet phase

an inspection conducted of randomly chosen workplaces determined to be engaged in particularly hazardous types of work according to their standard industry classification codes

a program that guarantees quality patient care by tracking the outcomes through scheduled audits in which areas of the hospital to look at the appropriateness, applicability, and timeliness of patient care

none

lead poisoning

EDTA

none

make sure semen specimen is not exposed to light or extreme temperatures
samples must reach laboratory in less than 30 MINUTES at as close to body temperature as possible

lactic acid

bilirubin
vitamin B12

ASAP

1. wash exposed are with soap & running water
2. report exposure to supervisor ASAP
3. refer to an MSDS
4. fill out an exposure report form

nutrient broth

sodium citrate

none

silica

lithium herparin

salt heparin

EDTA

EDTA

none

EDTA

sodium fluoride

aerobic (bacterial)

anaeorobic (bacterial)

pediatric (bacterial)

fungal culture

blood cultures

culture & level of sensitivity

PT- prothrombin time
PTT – partial thromboplastin time

storage or back-up screening

CMP- detailed metabolic panel
BMP- fundamental metabolic panel

serum separator tube

electrolyte panel
hcG
pregnancy test

Ammonia

CBC- total blood count
ESR- Erthryocyte sedimentation rate

TSR- Type & screen ratio
cross match – Match blood type/Rh to donor for transfusion

OGTT- oral glucose tolerance test
lactic acid
blood alcohol

lead poisoning

4-6″ above draw website

70% isopropyl alcohol

leaving tourniquet on too long

just 1 minutes

point of care testing

a diagnostic testing at or near the site of client care
ex: testing done at client’s bedside

vinyl or nitrile

1. eat
2. drink
3. smoke
4. apply cosmetics or lip balm
5. manage contact lenses

2/3 complete

solution of salt hypochlorite (bleach/clorox).
lysol

between 1:10 & 1:100

at least 10 minutes

1. wash exposed are with soap & running water.
2. report direct exposure to manager ASAP.
3. describe an MSDS.
4. submit a direct exposure report form

occurs after an employee submits a protest with OSHA.
* most typical type of inspection

takes place after OSHA receives notice from the employer of a workplace casualty or an accident leading to the hospitalization of 3 or more workers

an assessment conducted of arbitrarily selected offices figured out to be engaged in particularly harmful kinds of work according to their basic industry classification codes

takes place when OSHA gets a report that a condition of impending risk exists at an office.
* least common kind of inspection

1. mean cubital vein.
2. cephalic vein.
3. basilic vein

most commonly used for venipuncture treatments.
big & doesn’t tend to move when needle is inserted

plasma

A test, which analyzes arterial blood for oxygen, carbon dioxide and bicarbonate content in addition to blood pH.

Unique number provided for each test demand

The big vein on the inner side of the biceps typically chosen for intravenous injections and blood drawing.

* near to a great deal of nerves

The crucial element of battery is that the touching be unapproved, not that it be planned to damage the individual; lack of consent.

an infection sent from blood to blood.

a little needle with 2 plastic wings attached which are squeezed together to form a tab that is utilized to manipulate the needle. A long 6-12″ plastic tubing is connected which once again uses better manipulation.

A practical, ready-to-use, intermediate-level surface disinfectant that works versus TB, HBV, HCV, infections, bacteria and fungis.

Centers for disease control and avoidance

clostridium Difficile

a germs that is found in all things. the bacteria inside of our bodies can be triggered by taking antibiotics, which then triggers colitis, an inflammation of the colon.

the medical lab enhancement amendments of 1988 federal regulatory requirements that apply to all scientific lab screening carried out on human beings on the United States

all centers in the U.S. that perform laboratory testing on human specimens for health evaluation or the diagnosis, avoidance, or treatment of illness are controlled under CLIA

The Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute

promotes the advancement and use of voluntary laboratory agreement standards and standards within the healthcare community.

a 24-hour urine and serum test that is both a blood and urine collection.

* specimens must be handled and saved (cooled) correctly

a blood test marker for swelling in the body. It is produced in the liver and its level is measured by testing the blood.

– this protein is an intense phase reactant which suggests that its levels will INCREASE in reaction to inflammation

either a serum separator tube (SST) or lavander leading tube depending upon if serum or plasma is required for the test

The measuring of a body’s capability to metabolize particular compounds, keeping an eye on modifications in the patients condition within a 24-hour duration

Ethylenediaminetetraacetate

a calcium binding agent that is used as an anticoagulant for lab blood specimens.

another name for alcohol, likewise referred to as ETOH

an inanimate things that transports bacteria

what needle diameter is measured by.
the bigger the needle, the smaller sized the guage

branch of medicine handling diseases, debilities and care of aged individuals

this law handles the making of emergency treatment by health care professionals at the scene of a mishap or sudden injury. it encourages healthcare experts to provide healthcare within their scope of training without worry of being sued for negligence.

completion item of carbohydrate metabolic process and is the primary source of energy for all living organisms

a gadget that people with diabetes usage to measure the quantity of sugar in their blood stream

a typical type of germs that grows in the digestion system and has a tendency to attack the stomach lining.

a detailed point-of-care coagulation tracking system.

note: This is not the market standard and professionals may use an alternative

a localized collection of blood within tissues due to leak from the wall of a blood vessel, producing a bluish staining (ecchymosis) and pain.

AKA: bruise

blood in urine

a reduction in blood fluid content of the blood (plasma), resulting in a boost in concentration.
this is identified by an increase in hematocrit numbers.

the hemoglobin A1c test indicates the avg. level of blood sugar over a 2-3 month window. it is usually drawn in a lavender tube

the arrest of bleeding, whether it be by:.
– normal vasoconstriction.
– by an irregular blockage.
– by coagulation.
– surgical methods

the tendency of an organism or a cell to manage its internal conditions, generally by a system of feedback control, so regarding stabilize health and functioning, despite the outdoors changing conditions.

the breaking of the red cell membrane launching free hemoglobin into the flowing blood.

Health and Portability and Responsibility Act

laboratory details system

product safety information sheet.

a document which contains details on the prospective health impacts of exposure to chemicals, or other potentially harmful substances.

a minimum of 95% of extremely small (0.3 micron) test particles

the research study and treatment of cancer

ova & parasite.

test is utilized to identify the presence of parasites in a stool sample and help identify infection in the digestion system

the occupational security and health administration.

OSHA is a company of the United States government under the Department of Labor with the duty of ensuring safety at work and a healthful workplace.

to avoid job-related injuries, health problems and deaths

these are tiny red areas that appear on the skin from rupturing the capillaries due to the tourniquet being left on too long or too tight.

swelling of a vein as a result of repeated venipuncture on that vein

a program that ensures quality client care by tracking the results through scheduled audits in which areas of the hospital to look at the suitability, applicability, and timeliness of patient care

Quality Not Sufficient.

* when drawing blood, you do not get enough blood for the lab to carry out tests or tests suggested on the appropriation

instantly

in regards to venipuncture, a constrictive band place over an extremity to distend veins for the function of blood aspiration or intravenous injections.

a federally and worldwide signed up hallmark owned by BD (becton, Dickinson and company) that is used in connection with a total system of tubes, needles, needle holders sharps collectors & safety gadgets in blood collection.

got rid of in the sharps container

10-12 hours

after a meal

ASAP

capillary restrict in response to injury

platelets aggregate at the injured website forming a temporary platelet plug

the short-lived platelet plug is converted to a steady fibrin embolisms

vascular phase & platelet phase

Bleeding Time Test.
used to assess main stages of hemostasis. test usu done prior to surgical treatment

Prothrombin Time Test (PT/INR)

International stabilized ratio

PTT – partial thromboplastin Time

breakdown and elimination of the embolism

describes fasting (nothing by mouth) & avoid strenous exercise for 8-12 hours prior to blood draw.

when a client is fasting in a SST tube

least expensive chemical blood level

highest chemical blood level

30 minutes

antibodies produced in response to mycoplasma pneumonia infection (atypical pneumonia)

ammonia.
ABG.
lactic acid

without a tourniquet

lactic acid

bilirubin.
vitamin B12

lactic acid

cross contamination

SPS – Sodium Polyanethole Sulfonate

SST/Gold tube should be utilized

gray

to discover and determine bacteria and to identify the most effective antibiotic therapy

hidden (occult) blood in a stool sample

FOBT test cards.
FOBT= fecal occult blood test

ensure semen specimen is not exposed to light or extreme temperatures.
samples must reach laboratory in less than 30 MINUTES at as near to body temperature as possible

numbers increase in bacterial infection

numbers increase throughout a viral infection

increase in intracellular infections and tuberculosis.
LARGEST white blood cell

increase in allergies, skin & parasitic infection.

active versus antibody

never increase in number, only the quantity of histamine being launched increases in action to allergy

has only A antigen.
has B antibody in plasma

has only the B antigen.
has A antibody in plasma

has both A & B antigen.
NO A or B antibody

has no antigen present.
both A & B antibody in plasma

universal donor

universal recipient

term utilized to define any infection contracted in a health care setting

sneezing, coughing

tuberculosis

doorknob, faucet, or public telephone

occurs when a pathogen is sent through an invertebrate such as an insect

disease or infection transferred other than by mouth.
ex: needle stick, open wound, hangnail, eyes, etc.

the damage of pathogenic microbes after they leave body.

respiratory

Liver disease B

a blood test marker for swelling in the body.

use SST for serum.
use lavander for plasma.