University:
West Coast University
Course:
NURS 110 | Introduction to Professional Nursing
Academic year:

2021
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429

Pages:

1
Author:

Edgar Rowe

ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: Diagnostic Procedure STUDENT NAME _____________________________________ Laboratory Analysis PROCEDURE NAME ____________________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER ___________ Description of Procedure Obtaining samples of blood, urine, other bodily fluids, and tissues and sending them to a lab to assess the samples for varous things. Chemical makeup, presence of abnormalities, toxins, and overall composition. Indications Set a base line, suspested infection, illness, irregularities in fluid and electrolyte balance, irregularities in circulation, respiratory difficulty, assessing the therapeutic range of a medicine, assessing toxicity of a medication. Interpretation of Findings Findings could reveal imbalances within the body systems and help in planning the patients stay of care. Potential Complications Specimens could become contaminated ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES CONSIDERATIONS Nursing Interventions (pre, intra, post) Use standard precautions when handling any tissue or sample of bodily fluids.Ensure that samples are drawn and sent for processing promptlyIf results are outside of normal ranges, contact HCP immediately. Client Education Teach patient why specimens are being collected and the best way to obtain proper specimens Nursing Interventions When obtaining a “ Clean catch” ensure that the patient wipes the meatus, then expells some urine before beginning to collect the sample. When obtaining a blood draw make sure the patient is aware and comfortable so that you avoid a possible needle stick. THERAPEUTIC PROCEDURE A3