Laboratory Technologists Must Not Only Keep Themselves Educated in Their

question 25

Multiple Choice

Laboratory technologists must not only keep themselves educated in their contribution to the infection control team, they must keep:

• A)housekeeping alerted as to the nature of the microbiology laboratory's biohazardous waste.
• B)laboratory management aware of equipment needs.
• C)the infection control personnel educated regarding the laboratory's contribution to the team.
• D)the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) informed of the continuing education needs of the microbiology laboratory's staff.

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Definitions:

Chest Percussion

A technique used in respiratory therapy involving rhythmic tapping on the chest to help loosen and mobilize mucus in the lungs.

Pulmonary Embolus

A blockage in one of the pulmonary arteries in the lungs usually caused by blood clots that travel to the lungs from the legs or, less commonly, other parts of the body.

Pulse Oximetry

A non-invasive method for monitoring a person's oxygen saturation or the oxygen levels in their blood.

Mechanically Ventilated

Mechanically Ventilated describes the provision of respiratory support using a machine to patients who are unable to breathe sufficiently on their own.