Materials
Apply sample to the glucose test strip in a continuous flow until
A. yellow window is completely filled
B. countdown clock starts or meter beeps
C. patient value is on the screen
B. countdown clock starts or meter beeps
A large red circle with a line through it appears on the screen with an "error" is
indicated. Which of the following is the appropriate course of action?
A. Touch the strip to the drop again
B. Remove the strip and insert a new test strip to repeat the test.
B. Remove the strip and insert a new test strip to repeat the test.
The StatStrip meter can show values on the screen for glucose amounts as low
as ____ and as high as _____.
A. 30 and 500 mg/dl
B. 10 and 600 mg/dl
C. 65 and 100 mg/dl
D. 0 and 500 mg/dl
A. 30 and 500 mg/dl
The critical value for adult patients is:
A. <40 and >500 mg/dl
B. <30 and >300 mg/dl
C. <65 and >110 mg/dl
D. >200 mg/dl
A. <40 and >500 mg/dl
Which side of the strip should be facing up when placed in the meter?
A. Blue side with the word, "NOVA"
B. solid gold side
A. Blue side with the word, "NOVA"
It is ok to share your ID badge with someone else if:
A. They say, "I completed the training, but I am temporarily locked out."
B. You have watched them perform the test before.
C. It is never ok. It is a falsification of the medical record and is punishable by
disciplinary action.
D. They are a new hire and haven't done orientation yet; but they tell you they run
this test at their old job.
C. It is never ok. It is a falsification of the medical record and is punishable by
disciplinary action.
If the meter appears broken or unresponsive the first person you contact should
be
A. NOVA Biomedical technical service at the number listed in the accessory box.
B. The Point of Care Office