NCCT Point-of-Care Testing

Question 1

What is the primary definition of point-of-care testing (POCT)?

Accepted Answer

Diagnostic testing performed near or at the site of patient care

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Testing performed in a central laboratory using automated analyzers

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Testing conducted exclusively by licensed laboratory technologists

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Blood culture collection performed at the patient's bedside

Question 2

Which of the following is the most common POCT device used to measure capillary blood glucose?

Accepted Answer

Glucometer

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Coagulation analyzer

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Hemoglobin analyzer

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Urinalysis dipstick reader

Question 3

What is the primary advantage of POCT over central laboratory testing?

Accepted Answer

Faster turnaround time for results

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Lower cost per test

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Greater accuracy and precision

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Larger sample volume requirements

Question 4

Which quality control measure is mandatory before performing POCT on a patient sample?

Accepted Answer

Running both high and low control solutions on the POCT device

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Calibrating the device using only distilled water

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Checking the device serial number against manufacturer records

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Performing a patient sample duplicate run

Question 5

When performing a POCT glucose test using capillary blood, which finger site is preferred?

Accepted Answer

Ring or middle finger of the non-dominant hand

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Thumb or index finger

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Little finger of either hand

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Index finger of the dominant hand

Question 6

Which regulatory body requires that POCT facilities comply with CLIA standards?

Accepted Answer

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

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The Joint Commission (TJC)

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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

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Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Question 7

Which of the following tests is NOT typically classified as a POCT test?

Accepted Answer

Complete blood count (CBC) by automated differential

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Blood glucose monitoring

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Urine pregnancy testing

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Prothrombin time (INR)