Questions and Answers
Which lab value shows the average level of blood glucose control for the past three months? (Select one)
According to the Academy of Acute Care Physical Therapy Laboratory Values Resource Guide, therapists should: (Select one)
A 75-year-old female with a history of atrial fibrillation presents to the hospital after a fall. What is the most appropriate action? (Select one)
What would you expect to see during the therapy session for a patient with a trending upward ammonia level? (Select one)
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Given a PaCO2 of 56 mmHg, HCO3 of 24 mmol/L and PaO2 of 60 mmHg, what pH value and acid-base state would be anticipated? (Select one)
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What is the BEST course of action for a patient with a platelet (Plt) count of 150 K/μL?
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Study Notes
Hemoglobin A1C
- Hemoglobin A1C (Hgb A1c) indicates the average blood glucose control over the past three months.
Laboratory Values in Physical Therapy
- Physical therapists should recognize the importance of the time and trend when laboratory specimens are drawn.
Management of Patients with Atrial Fibrillation
- In cases of significant hemoglobin drop and high INR (5.1), the appropriate action is to hold physical therapy evaluation and consult with the healthcare team.
Cognition and Therapy in Cirrhosis
- A patient with cirrhosis showing an increasing ammonia level (from 80 μg/dL to 90 μg/dL) is likely to exhibit changes in fine motor control during therapy sessions.
Acid-Base Imbalance in Asthma Patients
- An asthmatic patient with a PaCO2 of 56 mmHg, HCO3 of 24 mmol/L, and PaO2 of 60 mmHg is expected to have a pH of 7.25, indicating a state of acidosis with no compensation.
Platelet Count Management
- A patient with a platelet count of 150 K/μL should have limitations on activities that could risk bleeding or injury, depending on the clinical context.
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Test your knowledge on important clinical lab values with these flashcards. This quiz focuses on glucose control and other significant laboratory metrics used in patient care. Perfect for students and professionals in the medical field.
