NHCO GLOSSARY EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
CaviCide - Answer-A convenient, ready-to-use, intermediate-level surface disinfectant
that is effective against TB, HBV, HCV, viruses, bacteria and fungi.DO NOT USE ON
SKIN
chain of custody (CoC) - Answer-Tracking every individual who has or had access to or
possession of something.
CLIA - Answer-Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment-the law that regulates
human testing
CLSI (Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute) - Answer-Develops voluntary standards
and guidelines for the laboratory
creatinine clearance - Answer-A 24hr urine and serum test that is both a blood and
urine collection
Helicobacter pylori - Answer-Breath test
HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) - Answer-1996 legally
protects confidentiality of patient's medical records, and a patient's constitutional right to
privacy.
LIS - Answer-Laboratory information System
Used to order tests
MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) - Answer-- material safety data sheet that contains
information on the potential health effects of exposure to chemicals or other potentially
dangerous substances and explains safe working procedures when handling chemical
products
Universal Precautions - Answer-Prevention strategy in which all blood and potentially
infectious materials are treated as infectious regardless of the source individuals
perceived status.
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