CH 1 Flashcards
what is the goal of QA
obtain accurate and reproducible results
preanalytical
procedures before testing
examples of pre-analytical procedures
specimen collection
training staff
ordering correct test
Analytical procedures
Procedures during testing
Examples of analytical procedures
equipment maintenance
reagents
procedure manuals
Post analytical procedures
procedures that affect result reporting and interpretation
Examples of post analytical procedures
Communication of results
immediate reporting of critical values
Standardize reporting format
How often is internal QC performed
Daily
Is the concentration of an internal QC known
yes
how often is external QC performed
Quarterly
is the concentration known of an external QC
no
How does internal QC affect results
Precision
Universal precaution
Everything is considered infectious
OSHA
Workplace health and safety
Do they consider sweat infectious
yes
Infection prevention practices applied to all patients in a healthcare setting
Standard precautions and transmission Based precautions
What kind of PPE is required for airborne precautions
mask
What kind of PPE is required for droplet precautions
mask
goggles
Where should you throw away things that can cut you
Sharps container so it can be incinerated or autoclaved
What are lab surfaces and equipment cleaned with
10% bleach
Why would you look at an SOP
To make sure that you’re following the correct procedure
what is inaccuracy mean
bais
