Provider Performed Microscopy Flashcards
1
Q
who can order a ppm
A
physician
mid level practitioner
dentist
2
Q
how is a ppm classified
A
moderately. complex
3
Q
what microscope is used for ppm
A
bright field or phase contrast
4
Q
what kind of swab is used for a vaginal wet mount exam
A
sterile polyester swab
5
Q
true or false: a cotton or wooden shaft can be used for a vaginal wet mount exam
A
false
6
Q
when would you refrigerate a vaginal wet mount exam
A
testing for herpes or chlamydia
7
Q
what is the normal ph of a vaginal wet mount
A
3.8-4.5
8
Q
what do clue cells indicate
A
vaginosis
9
Q
what would you expect to see with yeast in a vaginal wet mount
A
pseudohyphae
10
Q
what test is ran for amniotic fluid in a vaginal wet mount
A
fern test
