Class Detail
Interpreting Lab Values
This course will cover the rationale for ordering common lab tests, procedures for specimen management, standard precautions, review the expected results for commonly requested lab tests and possible causes for deviations from normal. The class will also look at tests for common medical conditions, as well as anticipated results.
OBJECTIVES: During this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify the rational for ordering common lab tests.
2. Discuss the procedure for specimen management.
3. Utilize correct standard precautions while collecting samples.
4. Discuss the various ways to collect blood samples.
5. Review the normal expected results for commonly requested lab tests and possible causes for deviation from normal values. These tests include CBC, CMP, cardiac enzymes, clotting studies, and ABG.
6. List the lab tests that can be anticipated for patients with the following medical conditions and what results we expect to obtain: CHF, DKA, MI, liver and kidney disease, pancreatitis, sepsis, trauma, and pre-op.
Please Note: Students who arrive after the 15 minute grace period will NOT be allowed to attend the course.
Professional attire/scrubs are expected to be worn when attending any Flex Ed course.
Date:
- Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Time: 8:00am PST - 12:00pm PST
Location: College MC/Molina Healthcare
Classroom: South Campus- Conference Room
Address: Alternate location - 1725 Pacific Avenue, 2776 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, CA - 90806
Course fee: | $50.00 (includes book/materials) |
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