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AUMT Definitions and Terminology Flashcards

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Iatrogenic Anemia

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  • Blood loss due to treatment

- Mainly affecting newborns

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Exsanguination

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Blood loss to the point that is life-threatening (10%)

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Galactosemia

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Genetic disorder that inhibits the ability to process simple sugars/milk sugar

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Accession Number

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A unique number or alpha-numeric identifier assigned to a specific specimen for tracking purposes

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Profile/Panel

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Refers to a group or series of tests that are inclusive in one orderable test

Ex. Lipid Profile, Liver Function Panel, Electrolyte Panel

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Reflux/Carryover

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Of anticoagulant between tubes

  • this is why we must follow order of draw!
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Sensitivity

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Included in a positive result for a culture, tells doctor what medications will be most effective against the identified microorganism

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NPO (Nothing Per Oral)

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Posted in patient’s room to let staff know the patient is on food and liquid restrictions

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Phlebitis

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  • Inflammation of a vein

- Common after multiple venipunctures

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Hematuria

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Blood found in the urine

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Glucosuria

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Glucose found in the urine

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Hemoconcentration

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The over-crowding of blood cells either in one particular area or in whole blood itself

Ex. tourniquet time, polycythemia

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Centrifuge

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Machine used to spin specimens at high RPMs in order to separate its components

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Aliquot

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The separation or transferring of a portion of blood into another container

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Ambient

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Refers to room temperature

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Homeostasis

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The body’s normal and physiologically stable state

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BBP

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Bloodborne pathogen

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Autologous Donation

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Blood donation for the patient themselves

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Fomite

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An inanimate object that harbors bacteria such as pen, keyboard, cell phone

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Cyanotic

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Blue/Gray discoloration due to lack of oxygen

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Blood Culture Amount - Adults

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8-10 mL per tube/bottle

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Blood Culture Amount - Pediatrics

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1-3 mL per tube/bottle

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Diaphoresis

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Excessive sweating caused by shock

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Hematoma

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Blood under the skin (bruise)

- most common complication of phlebotomy

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Edema

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Collection of fluid in the tissue (swelling)

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EMLA

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Eutectic Mixture of Local Anesthetic (topical cream)

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Types of Tourniquets

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1) Pliable Strap
2) Velcro Strap
3) Blood Pressure Cuff

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Basal State

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Refers to body condition while patient is at rest and fasting (normally an AM draw)

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Anemia

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Iron deficient

- Low hematocrit (RBC count)

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Fibrinolysis

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  • Dissolves clot

- Splitting of fibrin plug

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Good Blood Samples

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  • Gold
  • Straw
  • Yellow
  • Clear
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Bad Blood Samples

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  • Lipemic = milky white = high fat
  • Icteric = brown-green (adults); orange-brown (babies) = high bilirubin
  • Hemolyzed = clear red = ruptured RBCs
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Asepsis

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Disinfected; without bacteria

34
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Syncope

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Fainting

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Pathogens

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Microorganisms that cause disease

36
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Sclerosed

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Describes hardened veins

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Occult

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Hidden blood in stool/feces

38
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Medial

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Closest to the middle of the body

e.g. the big toe

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Lateral

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Farthest part away from the body

e.g. the pinky toe

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Petechiae

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Red dots that form around the tourniquet when tourniquet is left on too long

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HBV

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Hepatitis B Virus

The most common nosocomial infection in the workplace

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Implied or Assumed Consent

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Required before venipuncture for sedated patients

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Informed Consent

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Informing patient of what you are doing and getting permission required for all patients

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Nosocomial Infection

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An infection acquired in a hospital or healthcare setting (could be home!)

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Biohazard

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Anything potentially hazardous to humans, living organisms or the environment

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