Serve as an annual competency for the use of the i-STAT instrument.
Introduction, continued The purpose of this learning module is to: Re-educate users of the i-STAT instrument on the proper operation and procedures. Authorized tests which can be performed using the i-STAT are lactic acid Chem 8 (Na, K, Cl, iCa, CO2, GLUC, BUN, Creatinine) with hemoglobin and hematocrit PT/INR blood gas testing including pH, PCO2, PO2, TCO2 The i-STAT system is a battery powered portable analyzer that utilizes single-use disposable cartridges to analyze a whole blood sample. I-STAT Training Module Created by: Laboratory Services, Point of Care Coordinator May, 2011Ģ Introduction The i-STAT Analyzer provides patient blood analysis at the point of care.
