Eye pH Initial Training and Competency

This course is required for all newly credentialed providers who provide this point of care testing upon onboarding. Providers are required to complete this online course prior to patient testing. This course is compliant with the College of American Pathologists.

The minimum required passing score is 100%.

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Original Release Date: October 2024

Target Audience

Baptist Health emergency department providers including physicians and advanced practice registered nurses who perform eye pH testing.

Learning Objectives

  • Implement the College of American Pathology eye PH quality control requirements. 
  • Document eye PH testing performed in the emergency department properly in the electronic medical record. 
  • Explain the appropriate sample collection process including identification, and processing, and the proper way to record and report results.
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The College of American Pathologists (CAP) has specific requirements for eye pH testing in hospitals, outlined in their checklist item POC.06875. Here are the key points:

  • Test Procedure: Hospitals must have a documented procedure for eye pH testing. This includes the method used, the type of pH paper or meter, and the steps for performing the test.
  • Quality Control: Regular quality control checks are required to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the pH testing equipment. This includes calibration of pH meters and verification of pH paper.
  • Training and Competency: Personnel performing eye pH tests must be properly trained and demonstrate competency. This involves initial training and periodic assessments to ensure ongoing proficiency.
  • Documentation: All test results must be documented in the patient’s medical record. This includes the pH value obtained, and any actions taken based on the results.
  • Safety and Infection Control: Proper safety and infection control measures must be followed during the testing process to protect both the patient and the healthcare provider.

These requirements help ensure that eye pH testing is performed accurately and safely, contributing to effective patient care.

College of American Pathologists. (n.d.). POC.06875 Eye pH Testing Requirements. Retrieved from CAP website.

Course Summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 0.50 General certificate of attendance
Course opens: 
10/01/2024
Course expires: 
09/30/2027

Judy Leong, MT (ASCP)
Point of Care Test Coordinator 
Laboratory - Point of Care Testing
Homestead Hospital
Baptist Health South Florida
Miami, Florida
                
Judy Leong, MT (ASCP), speaker for this educational activity, has no relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies* to disclose and has indicated that the presentation or discussion will not include off-label or unapproved product usage.

Iris Diaz, MHA IT, POCT Specialist, BSc MT., faculty for this educational activity, has no relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies* to disclose and has indicated that the presentation or discussion will not include off-label or unapproved product usage.

Andrew Renshaw, M.D., conference director for this educational activity, has no relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies* to disclose and has indicated that the presentation or discussion will not include off-label or unapproved product usage.

Non-faculty contributors and others involved in the planning, development and editing/review of the content have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies* to disclose.  

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Baptist Health South Florida is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Baptist Health has been re-surveyed by the ACCME and awarded Commendation for 6 years as a provider of CME for physicians.
              
Baptist Health South Florida designates this enduring material for a maximum of 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Available Credit

  • 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 0.50 General certificate of attendance
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