NOVA StatStrip Glucose Meter Quiz & Answers

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Questions and Answers

What does External QC mean?

Every 24 hours check performance statstrip meter/whenever problems such as storage, operator, and instrument. Concerns of accuracy. 2 levels.

What is the expiration period for the Open StatStrip/Kit?

180 days or 6 months after opening or until manufacturer expiration date, whichever comes first.

What is the expiration period for Open QC Glucose Control Solutions?

90 days or 3 months after opening or until manufacturer expiration date, whichever comes first.

What type of blood specimen is collected for glucose testing?

Capillary blood. Signup and view all the answers

How should the glucose meter be cleaned?

Wipe the external surface between each patient with locally germicidal wipe such as PDI Sani-cloth AF. 70% Isopropyl alcohol may be used. Signup and view all the answers

How many times should you disinfect the meter surface?

A minimum of 3 times horizontally and 3 times vertically avoiding the barcode scanner and electrical connector. Signup and view all the answers

When using PDI Sani-cloth AF, how long should the meter surface stay wet?

3 minutes then allow to air dry. Signup and view all the answers

Which wipes are used to disinfect C. difficile isolation patients?

Clorox wipes. Signup and view all the answers

When should a comment be entered in the documentation?

For failed QC results and then repeat QC test, and critical results. Signup and view all the answers

What is the glucose critical high value?

Greater than 400. Signup and view all the answers

What is the glucose critical low value?

Less than 55. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if repeat QC failed again?

Do not use for patient testing. Call the POCT Coordinator for further guidance. Signup and view all the answers

How are blood glucose results documented?

Document under Enter/Edit using smart phrase WLA or in Doc. Flowsheet. Signup and view all the answers

In what color do blood glucose results appear for normal range?

Blue. Signup and view all the answers

In what color do blood glucose results appear for low or high ranges?

Red with one arrow. Signup and view all the answers

In what color do blood glucose results appear for critical low or high ranges?

Red with two arrows. Signup and view all the answers

What are the levels for glucose solution?

Level 1 is low and Level 3 is high. Signup and view all the answers

How long does it take for the Nova machine to read the results?

6 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

True or False: Specimens from EDTA, citrate, I skate, and sodium fluoride sample tubes are acceptable.

False. Signup and view all the answers

Once opened, how long are test strips good for?

180 days. Signup and view all the answers

Once opened, how long are control solutions good for?

90 days. Signup and view all the answers

Once opened, control solutions and test strips must be dated with open and expiration date.

True Signup and view all the answers

The test strip must fill completely upon touching the blood droplet. If it does not fill completely, do not touch the test strip to the blood droplet a second time.

True Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Quality Control and Expiration

External QC should be performed every 24 hours or when any performance concerns arise, utilizing two levels.
Open StatStrip kits expire after 180 days or the manufacturer's expiration date, whichever comes first.
Open QC glucose control solutions expire after 90 days or the manufacturer's expiration date, whichever comes first.

Meter Operation and Maintenance

Specimen collection requires capillary blood for accurate glucose testing.
Clean the meter's external surface between patients with locally germicidal wipes such as PDI Sani-cloth AF or 70% isopropyl alcohol.
Disinfect the meter by wiping top, bottom, left, and right surfaces a minimum of three times horizontally and vertically, avoiding sensitive areas like the barcode scanner.
When using PDI Sani-cloth AF, the surface should stay wet for 3 minutes before air drying.
Use Clorox wipes for disinfecting C. difficile isolation patients, with a minimum wet time of 5 minutes.

Quality Control Protocol

If QC fails, a comment must be entered, and a repeat QC test is required. If it fails again, do not proceed with patient testing and contact the POCT Coordinator.
Critical results also require comments for documentation.

Glucose Result Interpretation

An abnormal high glucose result is indicated by a single upward arrow (⬆️), while a critical high value requires two arrows (⬆️⬆️).
Abnormal low glucose results are marked with a single downward arrow (⬇️) and critical low values with two arrows (⬇️⬇️).
Normal fasting glucose levels range from 70 to 90 mg/dl, and random samples should be between 70 and 140 mg/dl.
Glucose critical high values are >400 mg/dl, and critical low values are <55 mg/dl.

Documentation and Reporting

Document glucose results using smart phrases in the Enter/Edit section of the health system, specifically WLA or Doc.Flowsheet.
Normal glucose results appear in blue, while low and high results appear in red. Critical values are indicated by two red arrows.

Testing Procedures

QC solutions should be mixed before testing.
The NOVA meter reads results in 6 seconds.
Whole blood glucose testing via Nova StatStrip is intended for screening and monitoring.
Preferred specimen collection methods are heelstick or fingerstick; venous or arterial blood is also acceptable.

Equipment Longevity and Proper Procedures

Test strips and control solutions are valid for 180 and 90 days post-opening respectively, or until the manufacturer's expiration date.
Documenting comments is mandatory for QC results out of range and for critical patient findings.
Always record opened dates and expiration dates for test strips and control solutions.

Cleaning and Handling Guidelines

Clean the meter with approved disinfectant wipes between patients, or use Clorox for isolation situations.
If a test strip does not fill completely on the first try, discard it without retrying; use a new strip for the test.

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This quiz will help you learn important terms and definitions related to glucose testing using the NOVA StatStrip Meter. You'll explore external quality controls, product expiration dates, and control solution guidelines. Perfect for healthcare professionals looking to improve their understanding of glucose monitoring.

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