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What preparation is required prior to a glucose test?
Blood glucose tests require either whole blood, serum, or plasma collected by vein puncture or finger puncture. No special preparation is required for a casual blood glucose test.
What preparation is required prior to HLA testing?
The HLA test requires a blood sample. There is no need for the patient to fast before the test
What type of preparation is needed for blood donation?
Patients donating blood will be asked for a brief medical history, have their blood pressure taken, and have their hematocrit checked with a finger stick test prior to donation.
What preparation takes place prior to a hydrocelectomy?
The patient will be given standard pre-operative blood and urine tests at some time prior to surgery. Before the operation, the physician or nurse will explain the procedure, the type of anesthesia to be used,
What preparation for an electrophysiology study of the heart does a patient undergo?
The patient may be advised to stop taking certain medications, especially cardiac medications, that may interfere with the test results. The patient fasts for six to eight hours prior to the procedure
Why is the medication heparin sometimes administered prior to a left-side cardiac catheterization?
Before left-side catheterization is performed, the anticoagulant medication heparin may be administered. This drug helps decrease the risk of the development of a blood clot in an artery and blood clots traveling throughout the body.
Should the single fist thrust ever be used on a cardiac patient prior to CPR?
NO: A single blow to the chest of a cardiac patient should not be used
What consideration prior to parenthood?
age, money, living situation, preparation
What does the word imptomptu mean?
Something that is done suddenly without any prior preparation.
What kind of tests are taken prior to a colostomy?
Blood and urine studies, along with various x rays and an electrocardiograph (EKG), may be ordered as the doctor deems necessary.
What is done in preparation for kneecap removal?
Prior to surgery, x rays and other diagnostic tests are done on the knee to determine if removing the kneecap is the appropriate treatment. Pre-operative blood and urine tests are also done.
What restrictions must a patient adhere to prior to a cardiac catheterization?
Because this procedure is categorized as a surgery, the patient will be instructed not to eat or drink anything for at least six hours prior to the test.
