Edith Dawson came to Rasmussen Clinic because she was experiencing sight disturbances, constant thirst, and fainting spells. After examining Edith, Dr. Sobiech ordered a glucose tolerance test. Certified Medical Assistant Wanda Lawry gave Edith a special diet that she was to follow for the 3 days preceding the test and instructions regarding fasting before the test.
Edith has returned to the clinic to have test. "Did you follow the diet I have you Mrs. Dawson?" Wanda asks. "Yes I did." "Did you have anything to eat this morning?" "No, but I did have a cup of coffee. I thought it would be all right because I drank it black. I can’t start the day without my coffee."
Should Wanda perform the test? Explain your answer.
How can Wanda emphasize the importance of following the diet, fasting, and test instructions?
What can Wanda do to try to ensure Edith’s cooperation?

1.Black coffee is not just water, it also has caffeine and other organic compounds that are absorbed into the bloodstream, altering the effectiveness of the test. Therefore Wanda should not perform

the proof.

2.Wanda in writing should be more specific on the subject of fasting, should write the failures or false results that the test can throw for not following the instructions given, such as not fasting for 8 to 12 hours before the exam.

3.Wanda could schedule a call to Mrs. Dawson one day before the test, to remind her of the importance of not consuming coffee, she could suggest bringing coffee in a thermos so that she can consume it after the exam, that way Mrs. Dawson could control the anxiety and consume it after the test.

Wanda should be nice to Mrs. Dawson and tell her how valuable she is to her family, and how important it is to take care of her health and follow her suggestions.