Question

drag the steps to begin a fingerstick blood glucose test into the correct order.
1 use a gauze pad to wipe away the first drop of blood
2 insert test strip into glucometer, causing the glucometer to automatically turn on
3 gather necessary supplies: sterile safety lancet, glucometer, testing strips and control, alcohol prep pad, cotton balls, gauze pads and an adhesive bandage
4 wash your hands and put on gloves
5 use a sterile safety lancet to perform a capillary puncture
6 explain the procedure to the patient
7 cleanse the puncture site with an alcohol pad and then allow area to dry completely

Explanation:

To determine the correct order for a fingerstick blood glucose test, we follow the logical sequence of preparing for the test, performing the puncture, and then using the glucometer:

1. Explain the procedure to the patient: This is the first step to ensure the patient is informed and comfortable.
2. Wash your hands and put on gloves: Infection control and hygiene are essential before starting any procedure.
3. Gather necessary supplies: Ensure all equipment (lancet, glucometer, test strips, etc.) is ready.
4. Cleanse the puncture site with an alcohol pad and then allow area to dry completely: Cleaning the site prevents infection and ensures accurate results.
5. Use a sterile safety lancet to perform a capillary puncture: This creates the blood sample.
6. Use a gauze pad to wipe away the first drop of blood: The first drop may be contaminated or diluted, so it is wiped away.
7. Insert test strip into glucometer, causing the glucometer to automatically turn on: This prepares the glucometer to read the blood sample.

Answer:

1. 6. Explain the procedure to the patient
2. 4. Wash your hands and put on gloves
3. 3. Gather necessary supplies: sterile safety lancet, glucometer, testing strips and control, alcohol prep pad, cotton balls, gauze pads and an adhesive bandage
4. 7. Cleanse the puncture site with an alcohol pad and then allow area to dry completely
5. 5. Use a sterile safety lancet to perform a capillary puncture
6. 1. Use a gauze pad to wipe away the first drop of blood
7. 2. Insert test strip into glucometer, causing the glucometer to automatically turn on