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During a wellness check, screening is done to ______ information about the client
During a wellness check, screening is done to ______ information about the client
provide
The purpose of pretest instructions is to ______ the client and family about the procedure
The purpose of pretest instructions is to ______ the client and family about the procedure
instruct
Diagnostic testing is used to ______ a diagnosis
Diagnostic testing is used to ______ a diagnosis
confirm
Post-Test nursing care includes comparing ______ and current test results
Post-Test nursing care includes comparing ______ and current test results
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Intratest nursing care involves ______ emotional and physical support to the client
Intratest nursing care involves ______ emotional and physical support to the client
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Study Notes
Diagnostic Testing Introduction
- Diagnostic testing provides information about clients, used for screening, confirming diagnosis, monitoring illness, and evaluating response to treatment.
Pretest Phase
- Instruct clients and families about the procedure, its purpose, and any activity restrictions.
- Inform clients and families about potential reactions to the diagnostic test.
- Provide detailed information about the diagnostic testing equipment used.
- Inform clients and families when test results will be available.
- Encourage clients and families to ask questions.
Intratest Phase
- Collect specimens for testing.
- Perform or assist with the procedure.
- Provide emotional and physical support to clients during the test.
- Monitor clients as needed during the test.
- Ensure correct labeling, storage, and transportation of specimens.
Post-Test Phase
- Perform follow-up activities and observations.
- Compare previous and current test results.
- Modify nursing interventions as needed based on test results.
- Report test results to appropriate healthcare professionals.
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Description
Test your knowledge on diagnostic testing in the field of NCM 112 Oxy-Cardio. Learn about the tools used to gather information about clients, the importance of pretest instructions, and more.
