Module 3: Patient Prep Flashcards
Informed Consent
patient received full info abt procedure
high risk, invasive, surgical
Expressed Consent
patient gives explict consent
orally or written
Implied Consent
patient action indicate consent
example: holding out arm/turning away
Consent of Minors
parent or guardian gives consent
Fasting
must not eat or drink other than water prior 8-12 hr
Medication
must be performed at certain times
Basal State
depends on their schedule
Patient maes you aware they have fainted in the past
lock arm of chair
Preferred Location for Venipuncture
Antecubital Fossa
3 Veins Most Often Used
median cubital vein
cephalic vein
basilic vein
Not to Use
above IV
same side of something
Clean-Catch
urinate then collect
Fasting Urine
first in the morning
Neutral pH for urine
7
Stool Specimen
return to lab immediatly
