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Page 1 of 14 Title: Dipstick Urinalysis Using Siemens Reagent Strips Target Audience: This module is available to aid inassessing competency for all clinical staff that performs dipstick urinalysis.Contents Instructions ....................................................... 2 Learning Objectives .......................................... 2 Policy & Procedure ........................................... 3-10 Job Aid.............................................................. 11-12 Posttest............................................................. 13-14
Dipstick Urinalysis Using Siemens Reagent Strips Page 2 of 14 The material in this module serves as an educational tool and aid in assessing competency for those performing this test within your facility. •Read this module which includes the policy and procedure pertinent to this testing. •If you have any questions about the material, ask your supervisor or facility POC Coordinator. •Complete the online post test for this module. •The Job Aid on pages 11-12 may be customized to fit your department and then used as a quick reference guide. •Completion of this module will be recorded under My Learning in PeopleConnect. Learning Objectives: When you finish this module, you will be able to: 1. Demonstrate the proper procedure for performing quality control and testing using Siemens reagent strips for urinalysis. 2. Describe the proper technique for obtaining and handling of urine specimens for dipstick urinalysis 3. Identify what substances or conditions may interfere with testing of urine with dipsticks. 4. Describe what you need to do in the case of quality control that is out of range and not acceptable.