blood cultures/ heel poke Flashcards
0
Q
what additive is in blood cultures?
A
SPS anticoagulant
1
Q
what are blood cultures used for?
A
to detect the presence of bacteria in blood, also ordered to diagnose FUO
2
Q
Aerobic?
A
grows bacteria which requires oxygen
3
Q
Anaerobic?
A
Grows bacteria which do not require oxygen
4
Q
order of draw for baby heel
A
red, gold( serum/sst), amber (protects bilirubin from light), Lavender (edta)
5
Q
nms cards should be collected first
A
true
6
Q
lancet depth for baby heel?
A
lancet not > 2mm depth
