NOVA StatStrip Glucose Meter Training Test
Questions and Correct Answers | Latest Update
For patients on Isolation Precautions: Ans: All responses are correct for
patients on Isolation Precautions.
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The meter is taken into the patient's room and inserted into a plastic bag
at an angle so that the top of the meter (where the strip is inserted) is in
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one corner of the bag. Cut the corner of the bag so that the strip can be
inserted when prompted by the instrument. Scan patient's armband. Scan
bottle from which strip was removed. Once testing is completed, the test
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strip, bag and gloves can be discarded in the room. Take the meter out of
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the room and clean with an approved germicidal wipe.
Once patient test is complete, remove and discard the strip. What is the
next step? Ans: Press the ACCEPT button and clean the meter
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Test results will appear in 6 seconds. Remove strip manually or use
ejector button on meter. To accept the result, press the ACCEPT soft key.
This will prevent the result from being delayed in the Point of Care Data
Management system. The StatStrip meter should be cleaned and
disinfected after each use.
During a computer or Point of Care downtime, glucose results can be
found: Ans: Under REVIEW RESULTS on the meter
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The meter stores patient and quality control results. The operator can
recall and review test data stored in the meter
The Nova Stat Strip meter must reside in the docking station to: Ans: All
responses are correct