cpct/a exam study guide questions and answers graded A+

cpct/a exam study guide questions and answers graded A+ why is it important to input correct patient data into the laboratory information center? incorrect data may be reported to the HCP what is the consequence of mislabeling a blood bank specimen? hemofusion reaction what is the correct technique in preparing a peripheral blood smear? blood drop in center of the slide, use another slide at 30° angle and pull it until it touches the blood. what is the most important vital sign to report to the nurse during a blood transfusion? elevated temperature what does swelling at the peripheral IV site mean? catheter infiltration when should the code on the glucose corvettes be compared to the code on the glucometer? - each time a patient is tested -once per shift -once per 24 hours what could prevent a patient from having anxiety during venipuncture? explain the procedure from the beginning what determines the choice to perform a capillary puncture? the test ordered needle insertion into the ante cubical veins should be at what angle? -15 to 30 degree angle what is chain of custody used for? to guarantee the identification and integrity of samples -blood alcohol, drug screens, one employment what type of intake and output must the cpcta record? intake- all food and drinks, IV fluids, NG or GT feedings, blood. output- urine, fecal, vomit, NGT drainage care given to patients to help them become as independent as possible, following a medical or surgical event restorative care what is ROM? range of motion what is a complication that could result from lack of ROM? contracture what supplies are needed to remove a peripheral IV? gauze pad, tape, pair of gloves What should the CPCTA always remove prior to applying immobility splints? jewelry a cpcta is caring for a patient at risk for suicide. report what? -any threats -telephone -razor -medications -glass bottle of mouthwash prevent blood clots from forming in the deep veins of the legs anti- embolism stockings why are blood clots dangerous? they can travel to the lungs and cause death another name for anti- embolism stockings TEDhose when are TEDhose removed? prior to bathing what should you do after removing the TEDhose? thoroughly assess the skin device that promotes circulation incentive spirometer first drawn in capillary draw lavender last drawn in capillary draw red what should you do if you're exposed to patient's blood wash hands with soap and water what to do if an accidental needle stick occurs? notify the supervisor or milk the area affected what scare should you use for patient pain if the patient is non-verbal? face pain scale What should you do if you have a post-op patient who has to pee and is non-weight bearing? bring them a bed pan