QMA Insulin Blood Glucose Monitoring 3

Question 1

Which glucometer quality control (QC) step must be performed regularly to ensure accurate readings?

Accepted Answer

Running control solution tests

Answer

Running control solutions checks that the glucometer and test strips are producing accurate results within the acceptable range.

Question 2

A test strip is stored in a hot car during summer. What concern does this raise?

Accepted Answer

Heat can degrade strips, leading to inaccurate results

Answer

Extreme heat degrades glucose oxidase in test strips, resulting in unreliable readings.

Question 3

A QMA notices the glucometer displays an error code after inserting the test strip. What should be done?

Accepted Answer

Consult the device manual and notify the nurse

Answer

Error codes indicate a device or strip problem; the QMA should check the manual, resolve the issue if possible, and notify the nurse of the delay.

Question 4

What is the standard site for blood glucose monitoring when fingers are not available?

Accepted Answer

Forearm alternate site

Answer

Approved alternate sites include the forearm, upper arm, or palm, depending on the glucometer's capability, when fingers are unavailable.

Question 5

A resident's blood glucose is 320 mg/dL. The nurse is not immediately available. What should the QMA do?

Accepted Answer

Document the result and keep trying to reach the nurse

Answer

The QMA must document the result and persist in contacting the nurse; hyperglycemia requires clinical assessment and orders before any action.

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