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Lab values for test, function and alterations

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White blood cell count (WBC)   4500-10,000 mm3  
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Function of WBC   -Total leukocyte count -Sub divided into 5 types in differential -Determines the presence of infection  
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Decreased alterations in WBC   Viral infections, anemia, drugs  
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Increased alterations in WBC   Acute infection, tissue necrosis, leukemia, drugs  
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Hgb   M-13.5-18 g/dl F-12-15  
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Function of Hgb   Iron component of RBC that carries O2  
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Decreased alterations in Hgb   Anemia, hemorrhage, leukemia, over-hydration  
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Increased alterations in Hgb   Dehydration, COPD, heart failure  
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Hct   M-40-54% F-36-46%  
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Function of Hct   Measures the concentration of RBCs found in 100ml of blood 3:1 relationship with Hgb 3hct:1hgb  
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Decreased alterations in hct   Anemia, hemorrhage, leukemia, overhydration  
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Increased alterations in hct   Dehydration, COPD, heart failure  
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Platelet count   150,000 - 400,000 Critical Values: <50,000 risk for not being able to clot, <20,000 risk for spontaneous bleeding  
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FUnction of Platelet   Basic elements in blood to promote coagulation Clump and stick to rough surfaces Asprin makes platelets less sticky.  
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Decreased alteration in Platelet count   Leukemia, cancer, anemia, autoimmune disease, DIC  
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Increased alteration in platelet count   trauma, surgery, metastatic cancer  
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Glucose   Fasting blood sugar--70-110mg/dl Elderly 70-120mg/dl  
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Function of glucose   -Main energy source -Regulated by glucagons and insulin -Used to diagnose diabetes and monitor oral hypoglycemic drugs.  
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Decreased alterations in glucose   adrenal hypofunction, liver disease  
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Increased alterations in glucose   Diabetes mellitus, adrenal hyperfunction, stress, drugs  
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Electrolytes   Sodium (Na+) Chloride (Cl) Potassium (K+)  
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Na+   135-145mEq/L  
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Cl   95-105mEq/L  
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K+   3.5-5.3mEq/L  
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Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)   5-25 mg/dl  
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Function of BUN   -End product of protein metabolism -Excreted by the kidneys  
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Decreased alterations in BUN   severe liver damage, low-protein diet, overhydreation  
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Increased alterations in BUN   dehydration, high-protein diet, prerenal and renal failure, drugs  
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Creatinine   0.5-1.5mg/dl  
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Function of creatinine   -From the breakdown of muscle -Amount of creatinine proportional to muscle mass. -NOT influenced by hydration and diet -More sensitive indicator for kidney function. -Evaluates glolmerular function  
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What type of body fluid or tissue is a Culture and Sensitivity able to test?   Any body fluid or tissue  
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A culture identifies what?   The presence and type of microorganism.  
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How long does a culture take?   24 to 72 hrs  
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Sensitivity identifies what?   The antibiotic that will inhibit the growth of the bacteria.  
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Resistant (R)   The antibiotic does not inhibit growth of microorganism.  
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Intermediate (I)   Bacterial growth retardation is inconclusive  
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Sensitive (S)   The antibiotic is effective in inhibiting growth of microorganism.  
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When does a consent need to be signed?   When Pt is recieving a diagnostic test with a contrast medium or invasive procedure.  
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Post-test nursing care after an angiogram   -VS -Monitor pulses, color and temp. distal to catheter insertion site. -Assess catheter insertion site, apply pressure if needed. -Enforce bedrest -Monitor for delayed allergic reactions to contrast.  
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What is an MRI best used for viewing?   -Soft tissue -Central nervous system -Joints  
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