Final Part 6 Flashcards
V1
4th intercostal, to the right of sternum
V2
4th intercostal, to the left of the sternum
V3
Diagonally between V2 and V4 on the 5th intercostal
V4
5th intercostal Left mid-clavicular line
V5
Between V4 and V6 on the left side
V6
Horizontal from V5; mid-axillary line
What are common test performed in a POL
Any point of care testing ( Pregnancy test , UA , glucose )
What does a pulse oximeter measure?
Oxygen saturation
What does specific gravity measure?
The ratio of urine density to the ratio of water density
What does ventricular fibrillation signify?
No cardiac output / cardiac arrest
What happens if patient doesn’t fast when testing requires it?
Go to the physician /inaccurate results
What is QNS?
Quantity not sufficient
What is the main function immune system?
Fight off infection / protects immunity
What is the most common urine collection?
Random
What is the number 1 benefit of POL?
Convenience and quick results