Name of Procedure Description of the Specific Indication of the Nursing responsibilities for the

procedure procedure procedure

ABG It tests the blood's oxygen Obtain patient ventilation,

and carbon dioxide and it
also measures a patient's
acid base level in the body.
It is a blood test for the
measurement of the cells
that circulate in the
patient's blood. RBC,
WBC, platelets, hematocrit,
hemoglobin included
oxygenation, and acid
base balance statistics. It
also records the patient's
gas exchange and acid
base irregularities on or
without the mechanical
ventilator.
Instruct the patient to breath normally
during the test
After getting the sample apply firm
pressure for 5 minutes.
explain the procedure and purpose to
the client

Inform the patient that may not need to

restrict food and fluids

Peripheral Smear A procedure in which, Anemia, leucopenia or

under a microscope, a
blood sample is examined
to count different
circulating blood cells (red
blood cells, white blood
cells, platelets, etc.) and to
see if the cells appear fine.
thrombocytopenia; Obtain the patient’s health history.
unexplained leukocytosis,
lymphocytosis or
monocytosis; unexplained Immediately after blood is drawn,
jaundice or hemolysis; pressure is applied with cotton or
symptoms of congenital gauze to the puncture site
hemolytic anemia such as
splenomegaly, jaundice or
bone pain; unexplained Secure patient's consent.
cytopenia are typical
clinical indications for
peripheral blood film
study.

Electrocardiogram In order to search for
multiple cardiac problems,
an electrocardiogram (ECG
or EKG) records an
electrical signal from the
heart.
An EKG will help the
doctor decide the cause of
your symptoms, such as
chest pain, shortness of
breath, dizziness, and what
kind of treatment could be
needed.
Assess the client's chest for areas of
irritation, skin breakdown, or
excessive hair growth that may
interfere with the electrode placement
Assess the client's medical record for
information regarding the needs for an
ECG.

Assess the client's heart rate, heart

sounds, and blood pressure
Abdominal computed Imaging diagnostic tests are
tomography (CT) used to diagnose disorders
of the small intestine, colon
and other internal organs
and are also used to assess
the origin of unexplained
pain.
Blood Culture A blood culture is a process
which tests the blood for
foreign invaders, such as
bacteria, yeast, and other
microorganisms. Having
such bacteria in the body
may be a sign of a blood
infection, a disease known
as bacteremia.
Ultrasonogram A technique that utilizes
sound waves of high energy
within the body to look at
tissues and organs. The
sound waves produce
echoes that form
representations of tissues
and organs on a computer
screen.
Assess tumors and other
lesions, fractures, intra-
abdominal bleeding,
infections, unexplained
abdominal pain,
obstructions, or other
disorders in the abdomen
and its organs, particularly
if another type of
examination is performed,
such as X-rays or a
physical exam.
Blood culture signs
include symptoms of
bacteremia or sepsis, such
as fever, chills, etc. Rapid
respiration and heart rate.
Perplexity
Used to help identify the
causes of discomfort,
swelling and inflammation
in the internal organs of
the body and to examine
the liver, uterus of the
kidney, etc.
Ensure a signed consent form.
Give medications up to 2 hours before
test.
Assess for possible reaction to iodine
dye (by asking about allergy to
seafood).
Document any allergy and inform the
physician and radiology department.
Instruct the client to remove metal
hairpins, clips, and earrings.
Apply direct pressure to the
venipuncture site until bleeding stops.
Assess the venipuncture site for
hematoma formation; if one develops,
apply direct pressure.
Explain to the patient that the blood
culture procedure is used to help
identify the organism causing his
symptoms.
Inform the patient that he doesn’t need
to restrict food and fluids.
Instruct the patient to Leave jewelry at
home and wear loose, comfortable
clothing.
Explain to the patient that she will be
allowed to empty her bladder as soon
as possible
Instruct the patient to refrain from
eating or drinking beforehand
Urine culture A test that can detect
bacteria in your urine is a
urine culture. This test will
recognize and establish the
germs that cause urinary
tract infection (UTI).
Bacteria that usually cause
UTIs can enter the urinary
tract through the urethra.
A urine culture may be
requested if you have
signs and symptoms of a
urinary tract infection
(UTI) and/or the findings
of urinalysis indicate that
you may have a UTI.
For the remainder of the 24-hour
period, collect all urine you pass and
immediately add it to the special
collection container.
Unless instructed otherwise by
laboratory personnel, the urine
container must be kept refrigerated or
in a cool place during the collection.
Empty your bladder into the toilet
when you get up in the morning.
Record the time and date on your
container label.