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Diagnostic & Patient
Diagnostic and Patient Prep Review
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ischemia | lack of red blood cells because of mechanical obstruction of the blood supply |
| Enzyme | protein capable of initiating a chemical reaction that involves the formation or breakage of chemical bonds |
| Bruit | a sound, especially an abnormal one, heard on ausculation or by ultrasound |
| Mammography | specialized x-ray of the breast |
| Heparin | anticoagulant given to people who are at risk for developing blood clots |
| Hemoglobin | used to diagnose anemia or hemorrhage |
| Platelet Count | counts the number of plateles |
| arterial blood gases | determines amount of O2 ad CO2 dissolved in blood |
| Sputum Tests | used to diagnose cause of chest infections |
| Blood Glucose Levels | used to diagnose metabolic disease and monitor diabetics and adjust their medication |
| Midstream Urine | used to diagnose urinary tract infections |
| Hematologist | specialize in diagnosis, treatment, prevention, investigation of blood and lymphatic system disorders |
| gastriscopy | lining of the esophagus, stomach and small intestine are viewed using an endoscope |
| Partial Thromboplastin Time (PTT & APTT) | evaluates a component of the clotting system |
| Pathologist | examines tissue samples; performs autopsies |
| Stress Test | sometimes called an exercise ECG |
| CBC | helps establish a diagnosis as part of a routine exam |
| homeostasis | healthy body is in a state of equilibrium |
| ESR | measurement of the settling of RBCs |
| heart enzyme | measures enzymes that can tell if a heart attack has occured and how extensive the muscle damage is |
| cholesterol | measures types of fat in blood |
| Glucose Tolerance Test | more detailed to diagnose diabetes |
| Critical Value | one that indicates a life-threatening situation and requires immediate attention |
| Blood cultures | ordered if a client is suspected of having septicemia |
| CT | a type of x-ray that produces three-dimensional images of cross-sections of body parts |
| Electrocardiogram | noninvasive test that records the electrical activity of the heart via electrodes placed on the chest, arms and legs |
| Autopsy | exam of the body to determine the cause of death and/or disease processes |
| Serum | fluid portion of the blood, used in phases describing levels of blood |
| Reference Range | the normal range; values expected for a particular test |
| Bone Mineral Density Test | uses small doses of radiation to check the density of bone in the spine and hip |
| Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangipancreatography | uses an endoscope to visualize the liver and bile ducts |
| echocardiogram | uses ultrasound waves to evaluate cardiac function |
| barium enema | visualizes the lower portion of the bowel |
| barium swallow | x-ray of the throat and esophagus visualized using a contrast medium that is ingested as a drink |
| What is positioning and draping used for? | - facilitate an exam - modesty - access to specific area - protects from embarrassment |
| What are the MOA's duties in diagnostic testing? | - giving out requisitions - report and filing results - educating clients - recognize and understand lab results |
| What duties must an MOA perform to ensure that a patient understands everything? | - where to go - how to prepare - what to expect - how long it will take - what will happen - should someone go with them - if sedation is required - if they an drive after |
| What is the standard protocol when taking results over the phone? | - repeat all report info - repeat patient first and last name - get type of test and value - do not rush - read the values back - get number and name of caller - if abnormal, report to dr STAT |
| Why is diagnostic testing a useful tool? | - establish an diagnosis - health promotion - disease prevention - detect problems early - legal purposes - monitor progress -in/ validate initial diagnosis |
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amcarron13
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