NURS 8500-Diagnostic testing Discussion 3
NURS 8500-Diagnostic testing Discussion 3
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In this course project assignment, you are presented with laboratory and diagnostic test results for two different patients. Laboratory tests include results from blood and urine tests, along with testing of other body fluids such as feces, secretions, throat swabs, etc. Diagnostic testing includes procedures such as x-ray, MRI, CT scans, ultrasounds, echocardiograms, electrocardiograms, etc. These types of diagnostic procedures often require interpretation by a physician. In this case, you may find a separate document with the physician’s conclusions from the test results.
You will be exploring the medical terminology used in these test results and will be asked to interpret the meanings of various words and abbreviations.
To complete this assignment, do the following:
Download the test results for the two patients:
Brenda Jastik Test Results
Steve Nguyen Test Results
Download, complete, and submit the document below. This document contains questions you will answer regarding the test results for each patient.
Module 04 Course Project: Laboratory and Diagnostic Test Results
Each question is associated with the test results provided. Refer to these when answering each question. Please type your answer in the “Click here to enter text” space.
Patient A – Steve Nguyen
In the Imaging Orders section of this chart, an echocardiogram was ordered. What are the three word parts (and their meanings) that make up this term?
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The abbreviation “IV” appears twice in the Imaging Orders section of this chart. What does IV stand for in this context?
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In Steve’s lab results, both HDL and LDL were tested. What do these abbreviations stand for?
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Steve’s lab results show that his blood lipid levels are high. What is the medical term for this condition?
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Compare Steve’s blood glucose levels to the standard range. Does he have hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia? Define both terms.
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Steve’s angiography results use two abbreviations in the Clinical History section. List and define these two terms. (Use the most common abbreviation for both)
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In the procedure section of the angiography results, contrast was delivered to the patient intravenously. Define “intravenous” and identify which part of the body was punctured.
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The impression section of the imaging report identifies stenosis in which vessel?
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The impression section of the imaging report notes that the right coronary artery is free of _______ plaques. (Identify and define this term.)
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Patient B – Brenda Jastik
The first symptom listed under Brenda’s chief complaint is a 3-letter abbreviation. Identify this abbreviation and its meaning.
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Two lab tests are ordered on this office visit. The first test listed contains a 3-letter abbreviation. What does this stand for?
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The abbreviation “px” is used in Brenda’s chief complaint. What does this mean and what is another medical term that means “chest px” associated with a heart condition?
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Brenda’s lab results include many abbreviations. Which of these abbreviations could also be referred to as “leukocyte”?
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In what section of the imaging report is the word “malaise” found and what is its definition?
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The imaging report notes that Brenda’s symptoms were unresponsive to “antibiotic tx.” What 3 word parts are found in the term “antibiotic” and what does each mean?