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Capillary tubes should be filled ¾ full with blood and plugged with clay at __________.
Capillary tubes should be filled ¾ full with blood and plugged with clay at __________.
the red end of the tube.
When spinning hematocrit tubes in the microcentrifuge, the timer should be set to how many minutes?
When spinning hematocrit tubes in the microcentrifuge, the timer should be set to how many minutes?
3 minutes
Controlled substances must be kept in a securely locked, substantially constructed cabinet or safe.
Controlled substances must be kept in a securely locked, substantially constructed cabinet or safe.
True (A)
The fastest way to get a drug into circulation is to inject it into the muscle.
The fastest way to get a drug into circulation is to inject it into the muscle.
Drugs given orally are taken into the gastrointestinal system and absorbed in the stomach and small intestine.
Drugs given orally are taken into the gastrointestinal system and absorbed in the stomach and small intestine.
The fastest way to get a drug into circulation is to inject it into the subcutaneous connective tissue and fat.
The fastest way to get a drug into circulation is to inject it into the subcutaneous connective tissue and fat.
The guidelines for submitting rabies specimens differ between states.
The guidelines for submitting rabies specimens differ between states.
Tapping the hematocrit tube on the refractometer will scratch the surface and interfere with reading the results.
Tapping the hematocrit tube on the refractometer will scratch the surface and interfere with reading the results.
How many pieces of information can be obtained from one hematocrit tube?
How many pieces of information can be obtained from one hematocrit tube?
What does PCV stand for?
What does PCV stand for?
When loading the Catalyst DX Chemistry Analyzer, what is the maximum amount of time you have to load the slide after opening the foil pack?
When loading the Catalyst DX Chemistry Analyzer, what is the maximum amount of time you have to load the slide after opening the foil pack?
How many tests can the Catalyst DX Chemistry Analyzer run at one time from one sample?
How many tests can the Catalyst DX Chemistry Analyzer run at one time from one sample?
If electrolytes (Lyte 4) or ammonium (NH3) chemistries are ordered, these slides should be loaded into the Catalyst DX Chemistry Analyzer last.
If electrolytes (Lyte 4) or ammonium (NH3) chemistries are ordered, these slides should be loaded into the Catalyst DX Chemistry Analyzer last.
A chemistry profile sample stored in a lithium heparin blood container must be run within 30 minutes from the time of collection.
A chemistry profile sample stored in a lithium heparin blood container must be run within 30 minutes from the time of collection.
What is the only sample that should be run through a ProCyte Dx Analyzer or LaserCyte Dx Analyzer?
What is the only sample that should be run through a ProCyte Dx Analyzer or LaserCyte Dx Analyzer?
At minimum, how many times should a sample be inverted to ensure proper suspension of cells before running a blood sample?
At minimum, how many times should a sample be inverted to ensure proper suspension of cells before running a blood sample?
A SNAP test must come to room temperature before being run.
A SNAP test must come to room temperature before being run.
How full should a hematocrit tube be filled?
How full should a hematocrit tube be filled?
What sample cannot be run on the NOVA?
What sample cannot be run on the NOVA?
A fecal flotation exam is utilized to test for intestinal parasites.
A fecal flotation exam is utilized to test for intestinal parasites.
Any fecal sample can be tested for intestinal parasites.
Any fecal sample can be tested for intestinal parasites.
What order should a slide be stained using the Diffquick method?
What order should a slide be stained using the Diffquick method?
Match the sample container to their purpose.
Match the sample container to their purpose.
What pieces of information should be recorded when taking inventory from the stock room? (Select all that apply)
What pieces of information should be recorded when taking inventory from the stock room? (Select all that apply)
A drug's expiration date must be included on home medication labels.
A drug's expiration date must be included on home medication labels.
What color medical waste container is used for disposal of chemotherapy materials?
What color medical waste container is used for disposal of chemotherapy materials?
Heartworm is a parasite that is spread by?
Heartworm is a parasite that is spread by?
Sharps containers should be disposed of when they are roughly_________ full.
Sharps containers should be disposed of when they are roughly_________ full.
Scabies is caused by __________ mites.
Scabies is caused by __________ mites.
The core vaccinations for dogs are?
The core vaccinations for dogs are?
A reconstituted vaccine should be used within ___________ minutes of reconstitution.
A reconstituted vaccine should be used within ___________ minutes of reconstitution.
The controlled substances with the highest risk of abuse potential are classified by the DEA as schedule _____________.
The controlled substances with the highest risk of abuse potential are classified by the DEA as schedule _____________.
Study Notes
Blood Sample Procedures
- Capillary tubes should be filled ¾ full with blood and plugged at the red end.
- Hematocrit tubes spin for 3 minutes in a microcentrifuge.
- Samples must be inverted at least 10 times to properly suspend cells before analysis.
Drug Administration Routes
- Injecting into muscle is the fastest method to get drugs into circulation.
- Subcutaneous injections are slower in drug absorption compared to intramuscular injections.
- Oral drugs absorb through the gastrointestinal system, notably in the stomach and small intestine.
Controlled Substances and Regulations
- Controlled substances require secure storage in a locked, substantially constructed cabinet.
- Guidelines for submitting rabies specimens vary by state.
- Expiration dates for drugs must be included on home medication labels.
Laboratory Equipment and Testing
- The Catalyst DX Chemistry Analyzer can run 25 tests from one sample, with slides needing to be loaded within 5 minutes of opening.
- Electrolyte and ammonium slides should be loaded last into the analyzer.
- The ProCyte Dx and LaserCyte Dx analyzers can only process EDTA-anticoagulated whole blood.
Sample Collection and Storage
- A lithium heparin blood container sample must be analyzed within 30 minutes of collection.
- Fecal samples used for testing intestinal parasites must be specific; not all samples are suitable.
- Only certain types of samples can be processed on each type of testing equipment (e.g., NOVA cannot process EDTA whole blood).
Microscopy and Staining Techniques
- Using the Diffquick method for slide staining follows a specific order: light blue, red, then purple.
- Tapping a hematocrit tube on a refractometer can interfere with result accuracy.
Vaccination and Health Information
- Core vaccinations for dogs include: distemper, adenovirus, parvo, parainfluenza, and rabies.
- A reconstituted vaccine must be used within 30 minutes of preparation.
Waste Management and Disposal
- Chemotherapy materials are disposed of in yellow medical waste containers.
- Sharps containers should be disposed of when 75% full.
Parasites and Infections
- Heartworm is transmitted by mosquitos, while scabies is caused by Sarcoptes mites.
Inventory Management
- Record essential inventory data: item name, item number, quantity, and department intended for use.
Hematological Analysis
- A single hematocrit tube can provide four separate pieces of information about blood composition.
- Packed Cell Volume (PCV) denotes the proportion of blood volume occupied by red blood cells.
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Test your knowledge on blood sample procedures, drug administration routes, and regulations regarding controlled substances. This quiz covers essential laboratory techniques and equipment used in biomedical settings. See how well you understand the protocols that ensure accurate testing and compliance.
