• J Spec Pediatr Nurs · Jul 2002

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    Selecting an accurate point-of-care testing system: clinical and technical issues and implications in neonatal blood glucose monitoring.

    • Amy Sirkin, Tina Jalloh, and Luisa Lee.
    • Saint Peter's University Hospital, New Brunswick, NJ, USA. asirkin@saintpetersuh.com
    • J Spec Pediatr Nurs. 2002 Jul 1; 7 (3): 104-12.

    Issues And PurposeRapid identification and treatment of glucose abnormalities is crucial in the prevention of potentially devastating neurological injury in neonates. Choice of a point-of-care glucose testing system must consider accuracy, clinical advantages, and data management capabilities.ConclusionsThe benefits and limitations of point-of-care testing must be weighed against the time delay of central laboratory testing.Practice ImplicationsConsiderations in selecting a point-of-care blood glucose monitoring system include accuracy, precision, versatility, and the potential for cross infection and blood loss. When a system is selected, studies must be done to identify potential sources of error and confirm the utility and accuracy of the system in the identified population.

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