Glucose Meter Skill

Question 1

What is the first step in using a glucose meter?

Answer 1

Check expiration date on test strip

Question 2

What should you do after checking the expiration date on the test strip?

Answer 2

Turn meter on

Question 3

What is the next step after turning the meter on?

Answer 3

Place strip in meter

Question 4

What should be done to the finger before performing a finger stick?

Answer 4

Clean finger with alcohol

Question 5

What must you do after cleaning the finger with alcohol?

Answer 5

Let finger dry

Question 6

What tool is used to perform the finger stick?

Answer 6

Lancet

Question 7

What should you do with the first drop of blood?

Answer 7

Wipe first drop off

Question 8

Where do you apply the blood after performing the finger stick?

Answer 8

Apply blood in strip

Question 9

What should be documented after applying blood to the strip?

Answer 9

Document blood glucose level

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The abbreviation ‘BSI’ stands for _______.

Answer 10

[Blood Sugar Index]