HLAB 1401 Exam 3 Healthcare Setting, Lab Services, And Math

The correct answer defines each lab department in the given order. The first department, Chemistry, is responsible for body system pathology. The second department, Immunology/Serology, conducts tests for antibodies and other disease indicators. The third department, Histology, performs microscopic examination of tissue. The fourth department, Cytology, conducts microscopic examination of cells. The fifth department, Cytogenetics, is responsible for karyotyping or studying chromosomes. The sixth department, Reference STAT labs, represents private labs with fast turnaround, high volume, and lower costs.

The correct answer indicates the disease related to each substance as follows: 1) kidney disease, 2) heart disease, 3) muscular dystrophy, 4) liver disease: hepatitis, cirrhosis, 5) liver disease: liver obstruction, excess lysis of RBC, 6) pancreas dysfunction: diabetes, 7) pancreas dysfunction: pancreatitis, cancer, 8) prostate cancer. This means that high levels of blood urea nitrogen (BUN) indicate kidney disease, cholesterol is related to heart disease, low creatine kinase levels are associated with muscular dystrophy, ammonia and bilirubin are indicators of liver disease, glucose levels are related to pancreas dysfunction and diabetes, lipase levels are associated with pancreas dysfunction and pancreatitis or cancer, and prostate specific antigen (PSA) is related to prostate cancer.

Tertiary services do not pertain to Ambulatory services. Ambulatory services refer to healthcare services that do not require an overnight stay in a hospital, such as outpatient services. Primary services are the first level of healthcare, while secondary services are specialized medical care provided by medical specialists. Local Health Department services are public health services provided by local government agencies. Tertiary services, on the other hand, refer to highly specialized and complex medical care, often provided in specialized hospitals or medical centers.

The departments listed in the answer (Chemistry, Immunology/Serology, Urinalysis(UA), and Microbiology) are all departments typically found in Clinical Labs. These departments focus on analyzing bodily fluids and tissues to diagnose and monitor diseases and conditions. Hematology, Histology, Coagulation, and Cytogenetics are departments commonly found in Anatomic/Surgical Pathology labs, which deal with the examination of tissues and organs for diagnosis and research purposes. Blood bank and Emergency testing STAT labs are not specific departments but rather specialized areas within Clinical Labs. Cytology is also not exclusive to Clinical Labs as it is also commonly found in Anatomic/Surgical Pathology labs.

The correct answer is False. A Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) is a managed healthcare plan consisting of a network of healthcare providers that contract with the HMO to provide services to its members at discounted rates. The HMO itself does not contract directly with employers.

Medicare is actually based on entitlement, meaning that individuals who meet certain criteria are entitled to receive the benefits. On the other hand, Medicaid is based on need/public welfare eligibility, where individuals must meet specific income and asset requirements in order to qualify for the program.

The answer choice correctly lists examples of Inpatient/Tertiary/Nonambulatory services. PCP (primary care provider), Specialists, Diagnostic testings, Nursing care, Nursing homes, Extended care, Rehab centers, and Hospice are all examples of services that are provided to patients who require inpatient or nonambulatory care. These services are typically provided in a hospital or long-term care facility setting, rather than in an outpatient or ambulatory setting.

HIPAA regulates the communication with health insurance companies to ensure the privacy of electronic exchanges of medical information. It also regulates the establishment of a universal billing code system to standardize billing processes. Additionally, HIPAA regulates referrals to other healthcare professionals to ensure the privacy and security of patient information during the referral process.

The abbreviation PPS is correctly matched with its full name "Prospective Payment System".

The correct answer provides the clinical significance of the tests in the order given. It states that low levels of RBC and hemoglobin indicate anemia, low platelet levels can lead to hemorrhagic disease, high levels of eosinophils indicate allergies or parasitic infection, high levels of reticulocytes indicate hyperactive bone marrow and anemia, and the presence of Hgb S indicates Sickle Cell disease.

The statement that is FALSE is that the ICD-9-CM is specifically used for physician charges, while CPT or Current Procedural Terminology is used for inpatient hospital billing. In reality, it is the opposite. The ICD-9-CM is a coding system used for inpatient hospital billing, while CPT is used for physician charges and outpatient services.

The examples provided in the answer choices match the type of service with its respective category. Occupational Therapy (OT), Pharmacy, Physical Therapy (PT), and Pathology and Clinical Laboratory are all examples of Professional Services. Nursing Care, Emergency Services, Intensive Care Units (ICU), and Surgery are examples of Patient Care services. Central Supply, Environmental services, Dietary services, and Health Information Technology are examples of Support Services.

The correct answer indicates that the EBV test is used to detect mononucleosis, the HBsAG test is used to detect hepatitis antigen on RBC's, the antinuclear antibody test is used to detect Lupus, and the RF test is used to detect arthritis.

Culture & Sensitivity is a laboratory test used to identify the microorganisms causing an infection and determine their sensitivity to specific antibiotics. It involves growing the microorganisms in a culture medium and then exposing them to different antibiotics to see which ones are effective in killing or inhibiting their growth. This test helps in selecting the most appropriate antibiotic treatment for an infection. On the other hand, occult blood in stool refers to the presence of small amounts of blood that cannot be seen with the naked eye but can be detected through laboratory tests. It is used to screen for gastrointestinal bleeding or other underlying conditions.