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Name ___________________________________________________
4. Quality Control Tests
____ Understands manufacturer's instructions for quality control testing
____ Understands the purpose of the automatic self-check of the meter upon insertion of
test strip into Test Port
____ Understands the purpose of control tests, the frequency of testing, and the number
of control solution levels to be tested
____ Understands the testing temperature range and what may result if testing temperature
is out of range
____ Identifies correct (unopened vs. opened) use by dates on the control solution bottle
____ Identifies the correct control test range for the control solution level and understands the
troubleshooting if the control test result is not within the acceptable range
____ Demonstrates the procedure using the control solution
____ Records the control test result on the TRUE METRIX
5. Blood Collection
____ Understands the proper technique of capillary blood collection for both fingertip and
forearm samples
____ Understands when fingertip should be used instead of forearm
____ Demonstrates the ability to obtain a sufficient amount of blood for testing from both
a fingertip and forearm
____ Understands facility's procedure on obtaining blood samples
____ Understands the importance of the use of the recommended type of blood collection tube
for collecting a venous blood sample for the testing on the TRUE METRIX
Monitoring System
6. Demonstration of Blood Glucose Testing
____ Demonstrates proper blood glucose testing procedure for the TRUE METRIX
____ Understands the proper blood application to the Sample Tip and the significance of the
symbols in the Display
7. Patient Blood Glucose Test Results
____ Demonstrates the proper documentation of test results
____ Understands that use of Memory, Averages, and Ketone Test Reminder features may not be
appropriate for multiple-patient facilities
____ Proper disposal of biohazardous materials (contaminated biological materials and sharps)
per facility policy and procedures
8. Care, Cleaning and Disinfection, Storage of System
____ Understands recommended procedures for cleaning and disinfecting the TRUE METRIX
PRO Meter
____ Understands facility policy and procedure for Medical Device Cleaning and Disinfection
____ Demonstrates battery replacement
____ Understands proper storage of meter, test strips, and control solution
TRUE METRIX PRO System Comprehensive Resource Guide (GDH-FAD Enzyme)
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Training Checklist
PRO Quality Control Testing Data Form
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PRO Blood Glucose
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PRO System
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