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Diagnostic & patient

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Mammography A specialized x-ray of the breast.
Hemoglobin (Hgb/ Hb) Anemia; Hemorrhage.
Platelet count Counts the number of platelets.
Arterial blood gases (ABGs) Determines the amount of O2 and CO2 dissolved in the blood.
Sputum test Diagnose cause of chest infection.
Blood glucose levels Diagnose metabolic disease.
Midstream urine (MSU) Diagnose urinary tracts infections.
Hematologist Diagnosis, treatment, prevention and investigation of blood and lymphatic system disorders.
Gastroscopy Esophagus, stomach and small intestine are viewed.
Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) Evaluates clotting.
Pathologist Examines tissue samples; preforms autopsies
Stress test Exercise ECG
Complete blood count (CBC) Helps establish a diagnosis as part of a routine exam.
Homeostasis Healthy body is in a state of equilibrium.
stat/ STAT Immediately
Electrolytes Includes testing for sodium, potassium and chloride.
Radiologist Interprets images of the human body.
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate ( ESR/ sed rate) Measurement of the settling of RBCs
Cardiac enzymes Measures enzymes that can tell if a hear attack occurred
Cholesterol/Triglycerides Measures types of fat in blood.
Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) More detailed to diagnose diabetes.
Critical Value One that indicates a life-threatening situation and requires immediate attention.
Blood Cultures Ordered if client is suspected of having septicemia.
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Produces 3D images of functioning body parts, such as a beating heart or blood flow.
Computed Tomography (CT) Produces 3D images of cross-sections of body parts.
Electrocardiography (ECG/EKG) Records the electrical activity of the heart.
Autopsy The examination of a body to determine the cause of death.
Reference Range The normal range; The values expected for a particular test.
Bone Mineral Density Test (BMD) Used to check the density of bone in the spine and hip.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Uses a magnetic field to produce images.
ERCP Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography Uses an endoscope to visualize the liver and bile ducts.
Ultrasonography/Ultrasound (US) Uses high frequency sound waves.
Echocardiogram (record)/ Echocardiography Uses ultrasound waves tp evaluate cardiac function.
Colonoscopy Visual exam of the large intestine.
Barium Enema Visualizes the lower portion of the bowel.
Barium Swallow X-ray of the throat and esophagus.
What information should a requisition include? ( DHPTITMSD) (STTRIP) - Demographics - Health card # - Physician - Test required - Any additional information requested - Name of any doctor who should receive test results - If client is booked for surgery, date and time - Medication - Specific reporting instruction
What duties must an MOA preform to ensure that a patient understands everything they need to know about a diagnostic test that has been ordered? - Where to go - How to prepare - What to expect - How long it'll take - What will happen - Should someone go with them - How much discomfort is involved - If they can drive after - Any special instructions for after
What is the standard protocol when taking results over the telephone? - Report all recorded information back to caller -Repeat patients name - Type of test and values - Do not rush - Read the values back - Get phone # and name of caller - If abnormal/critical values report to physician immediately
Why is diagnostic testing a useful tool for physicians? - Establish a diagnosis - Monitors a client's progress/response to treatment - Health promotion - Disease prevention - Detect problems early - Facilitate prompt treatment - Establish baseline results - Legal purposes
What is positioning and draping used for ? - Facilitate an examination - Modesty - Protects patient from embarrassment - Allows access to a specific area
What are the MOA's duties in diagnostic testing? - Giving out requisitions - Reporting and filing results - Educating clients - Recognize and understand the lab tests commonly ordered
List 3 trays used for examination. - CPE - Gynecological - Proctological examination
List 8 pieces of equipment for CPE equipment. - Tongue depressor - Percussion hammer (reflex) - Tissues - Thermometer - Measuring tape - Tuning forks - Gloves - Gauze, cotton balls
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