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| Mammography | A specialized x-ray of the breast.
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| Hemoglobin (Hgb/ Hb) | Anemia; Hemorrhage.
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| Platelet count | Counts the number of platelets.
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| Arterial blood gases (ABGs) | Determines the amount of O2 and CO2 dissolved in the blood.
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| Sputum test | Diagnose cause of chest infection.
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| Blood glucose levels | Diagnose metabolic disease.
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| Midstream urine (MSU) | Diagnose urinary tracts infections.
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| Hematologist | Diagnosis, treatment, prevention and investigation of blood and lymphatic system disorders.
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| Gastroscopy | Esophagus, stomach and small intestine are viewed.
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| Partial thromboplastin time (PTT) | Evaluates clotting.
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| Pathologist | Examines tissue samples; preforms autopsies
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| Stress test | Exercise ECG
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| Complete blood count (CBC) | Helps establish a diagnosis as part of a routine exam.
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| Homeostasis | Healthy body is in a state of equilibrium.
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| stat/ STAT | Immediately
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| Electrolytes | Includes testing for sodium, potassium and chloride.
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| Radiologist | Interprets images of the human body.
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| Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate ( ESR/ sed rate) | Measurement of the settling of RBCs
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| Cardiac enzymes | Measures enzymes that can tell if a hear attack occurred
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| Cholesterol/Triglycerides | Measures types of fat in blood.
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| Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT) | More detailed to diagnose diabetes.
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| Critical Value | One that indicates a life-threatening situation and requires immediate attention.
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| Blood Cultures | Ordered if client is suspected of having septicemia.
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| Positron Emission Tomography (PET) | Produces 3D images of functioning body parts, such as a beating heart or blood flow.
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| Computed Tomography (CT) | Produces 3D images of cross-sections of body parts.
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| Electrocardiography (ECG/EKG) | Records the electrical activity of the heart.
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| Autopsy | The examination of a body to determine the cause of death.
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| Reference Range | The normal range; The values expected for a particular test.
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| Bone Mineral Density Test (BMD) | Used to check the density of bone in the spine and hip.
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| Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) | Uses a magnetic field to produce images.
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| ERCP Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography | Uses an endoscope to visualize the liver and bile ducts.
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| Ultrasonography/Ultrasound (US) | Uses high frequency sound waves.
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| Echocardiogram (record)/ Echocardiography | Uses ultrasound waves tp evaluate cardiac function.
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| Colonoscopy | Visual exam of the large intestine.
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| Barium Enema | Visualizes the lower portion of the bowel.
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| Barium Swallow | X-ray of the throat and esophagus.
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| 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
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| 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
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| 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
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| 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
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| What is positioning and draping used for ? | - Facilitate an examination
- Modesty
- Protects patient from embarrassment
- Allows access to a specific area
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| 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
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| List 3 trays used for examination. | - CPE
- Gynecological
- Proctological examination
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| 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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