{"id":110138,"date":"2023-07-26T09:33:18","date_gmt":"2023-07-26T09:33:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/learnexams.com\/blog\/?p=110138"},"modified":"2023-07-26T09:33:22","modified_gmt":"2023-07-26T09:33:22","slug":"nha-phlebotomy-national-exam-2022-2023-300","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.learnexams.com\/blog\/2023\/07\/26\/nha-phlebotomy-national-exam-2022-2023-300\/","title":{"rendered":"NHA Phlebotomy National Exam 2022-2023. 300"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a>While transferring serum into an isolator tube, some blood splashes into your eyes. What must you do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Rinse your eyes with water for 15 minutes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You are conducting a streptococcal pharyngitis test on a pa-tient. What transmission-based precaution should you take?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Droplet<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You observe a glucometer reading of 250 mL\/dL. You get a reading in the average range when you do a second test. What may have caused the first result?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You used too much blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You are to perform a glucometer reading for a young adult while the patient&#8217;s parent is in the room. The parent asks what the patient&#8217;s glucose level is. What should you do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Ask the patient for permission to provide the results to the parent<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You are about to collect a blood sample when you find a cracked glass collection tube. What must you do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Dispose of the tube in a sharps container<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What information must be included when filling out a glucose monitor quality control record?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The date that battery is changed<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Other than gloves, what PPE should you wear when performing venipuncture for a patient with pneumonia?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Face mask<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>After completing a venipunc-ture in an isolation room, what personal protective equipment should you remove first?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Gloves<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>If you receive a needlestick injury, for what bloodborne pathogen are you at most significant risk?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hepatitis B virus (HBV)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What of the following actions must you do when collecting a blood culture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Rub the site with isopropyl alcohol for 30 seconds<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What solution should be used to clean a spill of cerebral spinal fluid?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Chlorine-bleach<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>After receiving a needlestick in-jury, what information must you input in the online sharps injury log?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The department where the injury happened<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What antiseptic should you use during a blood alcohol test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Chlorhexidine gluconate<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>At a minimum, what personal protective equipment do you need to prepare to aliquot a blood specimen?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Face shield and gloves<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A centrifuge catches on fire. In what class of fire should this situation be identified?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Class C<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When collecting a sample for cholesterol, troponin, and HDL blood results, in which department should these tests be pro-cessed?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Chemistry<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You collect a blood collection in a micro collection container after two failed venipuncture at-tempts. Why should you write on the medical requisition form that you collected the<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>To alert the lab of the presence of capillary blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the correct way to perform CPR on an infant as a medical professional?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>30 compressions, 5.08 cm<br>(2 in) deep<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A patient has a wound infected with MRSA (methicillin-resist-ant Staphylococcus aureus). You are tasked with performing venipuncture for this patient.<br>What must you do once you complete the procedure?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Dispose of gloves upon leaving the room<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You are about to perform the third set of blood draws for a glucose tolerance test (GTT)<br>when the patient starts to cry and does not want to extend her arm. What is the best thing to say?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>&#8220;May I come back in an hour to perform the draw?&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following statements regarding standard precautions for infection control is false?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Use both hands to recap needles<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Antisepsis is a technique that is used on which of the following?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>skin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How often should latex gloves be changed?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Between patient contacts<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Once you have stopped excessive bleeding, what should you apply over the site?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Pressure bandage<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The patient may leave when the bleeding has stopped com-pletely, and there are no signs of<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Syncope<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the difference between syncope and hypovolemic shock?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Fainting may be caused by pain or emotions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You are performing venipuncture, and a hemorrhage occurs in a limb. What must you do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Elevate the extremity and continue applying pressure until more medical assistance arrives<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How long should you scrub hands when washing according to CDC?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>30 seconds<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Where should you dispose of all contaminated material?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A biohazard bag<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the best way to prevent infection and transmission?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Handwashing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When disinfecting a venipunc-ture site, why should you not use cotton balls?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Cotton balls leave behind small fibers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Alcohol that has not fully dried on the venipuncture site can lead to<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hemolysis of the specimen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is alcohol&#8217;s purpose in bacterial testing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Remove oil<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the purpose of povi-done-iodine in bacterial testing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Kill bacteria<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you use at the venipuncture site if the patient is allergic to alcohol?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Chlorhexidine gluconate<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What form must you and the patient sign to permit blood tests to determine exposure?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>HIV<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is required following accidental exposure to body fluids?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Documentation of the accidental exposure<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the first priority after accidental exposure?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>First aid<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the term for the following equipment: gloves, masks, gowns, face shields, and gog-gles?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Personal Protective<br>Equipment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What PPE should be worn for venipuncture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Gloves<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When should you wash your hands?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>before and after every patient<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should be done if your gloves are punctured or torn?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Replace the gloves<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Where should you dispose of used needles and lancets?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Sharps container<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>According to the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard, what two guidelines must all at-risk employees adhere to?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Personal protective equipment ment and HBV immunization<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What organization establishes regulations for phlebotomists to work as effectively and safely as possible?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>OSHA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What guidelines protect healthcare professionals from exposure to body fluids, prevent ex-posure, and train for handling situations of body fluid exposure?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Bloodborne Pathogen<br>Standard<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>All phlebotomists and healthcare professionals must deem body fluids as..<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Potentially infectious<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What information must the sharps injury log include?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Date, time, type of sharps used, staff or patient involved (without names), location, description<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>In the case of a splash risk, what can you use instead of a full-face shield?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Goggles and face mask<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What independent, non-govern-mental, nonprofit organization accredits and certifies healthcare facilities to focus on the continual importance of quality of care and patient safety?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The Toint Commission<br>(TIC)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What organization established the proper order of draw for venipuncture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Clinical and Laboratory<br>Standards Institute (CLSI)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you first use to disinfect a needlestick injury?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hydrogen peroxide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Starting a procedure without consent is considered<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Assault<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you do if a patient refuses care?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Notify a nurse and the ordering physician<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should you obtain patient identification from a conscious patient prior to venipuncture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Ask the patient, &#8220;What is your name?&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How often should laboratory equipment be cleaned?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Several times a day<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What lab test is the least complicated to perform, with results that are as accurate as possible and a low risk of error?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>CLIA-waived tests<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is not considered a sharp?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Glucometer<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What are the three types of transmission included in trans-mission-based precautions?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Contact, droplet, airborne<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What types of transmission do mumps, rubella, meningi-tis, diphtheria, and influenza fall under?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Droplet<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What types of transmission do tuberculosis, rubeola (measles), and varicella (chickenpox) fall under?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Airborne<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What type of precaution is required for scabies and wound\/ skin infections?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Contact<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What PPE should you use for contact-based transmissions?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Gloves and grown<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What PPE should you use for droplet-based transmissions?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Mask<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What PPE should you use for air-borne-based transmissions?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>N95 mask<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When performing CPR, what results in a higher survival rate?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Faster compressions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the adult compression rate during CPR?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>100-12o compressions per minute<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Before administering CPR in an emergency, what should you do first?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Call 911<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When can you use hand sanitizer instead of handwashing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When hands are not visibly soiled<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What PPE gear should you use when dealing with and processing blood samples and specimen containers (i.e., vacuum tubes, urine collections), like loading and unloading the centrifuge and carrying out diagnostic tests?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Gown<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What items are disposed of in a biohazard bag?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Used glucose test strips<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the normal range for glucose levels?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>60-180 mg\/dL<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>On what document should you record equipment maintenance and quality control testing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Equipment log<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What happens if the centrifuge is not balanced?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>It vibrates more than usual, with more noise<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should glucometers be cleaned after each use?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Wiped with an alcohol wipe<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When obtaining patient identi-fication, which of the following information do you need?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Patient number, full name, date of birth<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When drawing blood from a patient admitted for cardiac symp-toms, what action should you take when drawing blood?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Collect the patient&#8217;s blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which information is required on the requisition form for an outpatient blood collection?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Patient&#8217;s billing information and test status<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A patient has a history of syncope in previous blood collec-tions. What should you do to avoid this happening?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Place the patient in a su-<br>pine position<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should the patient do before their blood is taken for a cholesterol test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Sit for about 5 minutes before test<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you use when taking a sample for a coagulation test from a three-year-old patient?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Winged safety butterfly<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you do if an inpatient has an IV in both arms?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Ask the nurse to turn off IVs for two minutes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>In what position should a patient&#8217;s arm be during venipuncture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Extended fully downward<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A blood sample of a patient who ate a fatty meal before blood collection is processing. What should you expect to find about the specimen after centrifugation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The specimen is lipemic.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Before blood collection, a patient tells you he is taking warfarin (anticoagulant meds). What type of test will be affected by this medication?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>PT\/INR<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You are taking a patient&#8217;s blood sample to check for lithium level after a dose of medication. At which level should you collect the sample?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Peak<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should you answer if a patient asks you why his blood is to be collected?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You should ask your provider about the test.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When collecting a urine sample for a culture and sensitivity test, how should you direct your patient to do so?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>&#8220;You must collect a midstream clean catch specimen.&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What information should you provide to the patient about the venipuncture procedure?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>&#8220;I will swab the area twice to ensure it is sterile.&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you do when preparing to collect blood samples to track a patient&#8217;s medication levels?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Ask the nurse when the medication was last administered<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What type of urine sample should a patient collect for a pregnancy test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>First morning void<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should you interact with a patient wearing hearing aids to ensure he understands the pro-cedure?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>&#8220;Would you like me to repeat the directions?&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should you check an ID if a patient is unconscious?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Use the ID bracelet only if attached to the wrist<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What makes an ID bracelet an acceptable form of ID?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Worn around patient&#8217;s wrist only<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When can you ask the family to identify the patient?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When the patient is alert but unable to communicate<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a requisition form?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Identification form with last name, birth date, and other information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>All patients are subject to protection under the<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Patients bill of rights<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The patient does not have the right to<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Access the health information of family members<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is explicit consent required for?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Only larger, invasive treatments<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should a requisition form include?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>the patient&#8217;s full name, sex, birth date, ID number, lab test ordered by the patient&#8217;s doctor, the full name of the doctor, date and time of the lab test, and your initials as the phlebotomist.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is informed consent?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Clear consent from a patient after hearing a detailed explanation from the phlebotomist<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The only time you should get consent from anyone else is<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>From the parent\/guardian if the patient is a minor<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is medical malpractice?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When you continue with treatment without obtaining patient consent<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Patients cannot take consent back once they have given it.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>False<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the most commonly selected vein for venipuncture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Cephalic and median cubital veins<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What must you do to find the right vein?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Always palpate the site first<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the first thing you must do if you struggle to see a vein?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Palpate or massage from the patient&#8217;s wrist up to the elbow<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How many times should you mix tubes with an anticoagulant addi-tive?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Eight times<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A patient must remain calm because high stress can cause the blood sample to have<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>High adrenal hormone<br>value<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is it called when you assign a unique number for patient iden-tification?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Accessioning<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following is not one of the three primary goals of the Patient&#8217;s Bill of Rights?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Promise affordable care<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>To deliver quality patient care, which actions should be avoided?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>-Too many blood draw attempts<br>-Too many punctures<br>&#8211; Asking the patient for more details about their medical condition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following duties is outside the scope of the phlebotomist&#8217;s practice?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Collecting a tissue sample.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What organization gives out phlebotomy certifications?<br><br>-National Institutes of<br>Health<br>&#8211; Center for Disease Control<br>-Health and Human<br>Services<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>None of the above<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Implied consent to draw blood from a patient can be obtained by which action?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The patient extends their arm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A patient&#8217;s name is spelled differently on the wristband than on the requisition form. What should you do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Verify the information with your supervisor or attending nurse<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following options is one way phlebotomists uphold their ethical obligations?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Respect for patient&#8217;s privacy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Cleanliness and personal hygiene are important for<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Personal and patient safety<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The term right to know refers to:<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The patient&#8217;s legal right to know about the medical treatments and procedures they will receive<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a characteristic of geriatric patients that may make venipuncture challenging?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The veins move more quickly if not anchored well enough<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a characteristic of pediatric patients that may make venipuncture challenging?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>They have a lower blood volume than adults<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How must you approach drawing blood from a pediatric patient?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You must monitor and document the amount of blood drawn<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Why do newborns need more blood?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>They have a higher ratio of red blood cells to plasma than adults do<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>If a patient has an IV in both arms, how long before veni-puncture should the nurse turn both IVs off?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>2-15 minutes before drawing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should consent be obtained in emergency blood collections?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Patient consent is assumed<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A timed specimen is used to measure how the body&#8217;s metab-olization of a substance, monitor anticoagulant therapy, and<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Monitor changes in a patient&#8217;s condition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What tests can be inaccurate if the patient is not fasting?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>-Glucose<br>-Cholesterol<br>-Iron<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A phlebotomy technician is preparing to perform a neonatal screening test. The technician should identify which of the following is the optimal time to perform the test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Between 24 and 72 hours after birth<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What information is needed for the requisition form?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Patient billing information and test status<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When should a patient begin the collection of their 24-hour urine collection?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>At the second void of the<br>day<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What test is used to screen for diabetes?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>2-hour postprandial specimens<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the name for the daily fluctuations in body hormonal levels and chemistry?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Diurnal variation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the first thing to do when collecting blood using a central venous access device?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Discard 5 mL of blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How much blood should be flushed or discarded for coagulation tests?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>20 mL<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What do the following tests have in common: ammonia, lactic acid, acetone, PTH, homo-cysteine, ABG?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>They all must be chilled right after collection<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What do the following tests have in common: Bilirubin, Vitamin A, folate, vitamins A, B6, and B12?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>They are all tests that are affected by light exposure<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What do the following tests have in common: molecular diagnostic specimens, drug screening, and blood alcohol specimens?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>All are used for forensic studies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the first course of action if a patient has an IV?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>the other arm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Where should you select the site if drawing from the same arm as the IV?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Below the IV site<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you document in the case of venipuncture on the same arm of an IV?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Document that the draw was distal to the IV and the type of solution<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you not do after disinfecting the venipuncture site?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Wipe the skin dry with a cotton ball<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you do during venipuncture if the patient has many severe burns?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Avoid the burned areas<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How long should a tourniquet remain on the patient?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>1 minute<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What does not have a risk of hemolysis?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Using a huge needle<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When collecting a sample to determine blood alcohol levels, what color tube should be used?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Gray tube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What do you add to a sample if it needs to be diluted?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Diluent<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Potassium EDTA binds to what element in the blood?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Calcium<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A failure to fast when ordered can impact a blood sample in the following ways?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Increasing its turbidity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How must you anchor a vein?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Place the thumb of the non-dominant hand below the vein and stretch the skin tightly<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the most common cause of blood culture contamination?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Not preparing the selected venipuncture site properly<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is another name for a thrombocyte?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>platelet<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a common complication in capillary sampling?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>-Vein collapsing<br>-Hitting a nerve<br>-Scarring<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How many liters of blood does the average human adult body have?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>5<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can cause the rejection of a blood sample?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>-Vein collapsing<br>-Hitting a nerve<br>-Scarring<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How many liters of blood does the average human adult body have?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>5<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can cause the rejection of a blood sample?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>-Not enough quantity<br>-Incomplete chain of custody<br>-Improper specimen (serum\/blood\/plasma)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can happen if you do not allow the alcohol to dry completely after disinfecting the venipuncture site?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hemolysis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the nerve most susceptible to injury during venipuncture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Median<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What do you do if you have attempted blood draw twice without success?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Call for a more experienced phlebotomist or nurse<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following additive should be used for a CBC test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>EDTA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The patient becomes pale and diaphoretic during venipunc-ture? What is going on?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The patient has syncope<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What happens if you have collected a STAT specimen but forget to label it with the patient ID number?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The lab will reject the specimen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can be used as patient identification for inpatients?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Verbal patient identification<br>-Intact, attached ID bracelet<br>-Driver&#8217;s license<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you do if the patient says they feel a sharp pain down the arm?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Remove tourniquet and needle ASAP<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What does the word phlebotomy mean?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Red, blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a venesection?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Another word for phlebotomy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>An emergency lab test request occurs in which phase of lab testing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Preanalytical<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>During which phase is a blood specimen tested?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Analytical<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the best way to apply antiseptic agents to the site?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Use friction in a back-and-forth motion<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you say to a patient to know if they have ever fainted before during a blood draw?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>&#8220;Have you ever experienced difficulty in previous blood draws?&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>If a patient faints, how long should you stay with them?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>15 minutes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What if the patient does not regain consciousness?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Call a nurse or a physician<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you do if a patient&#8217;s artery is accidentally punctured?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Remove the needle and apply firm pressure for 5 minutes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What colors are blood culture tube caps?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Blue and purple tube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the recommended blood-to-anticoagulation ratio of a tube?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>9:1<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What if it takes longer than 1 minute to find the vein?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Remove the tourniquet,wait 2 minutes, put it back on, and try again<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What makes some veins harder to find or more collapsable?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Dehydration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a complication caused by blood leaking into the tissues?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hematoma<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You can only draw from the IV if<br>you<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Have a nurse or doctor&#8217;s permission<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What two things can help dilate veins and make them easier to<br>find?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Heat and exercise<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>This feature is a shield that covers the needle and retracts the needle back into the needle cap.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Re-sheathing device<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a slowly performed blood draw called?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Incorrect blood draw<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can probing or too much needle repositioning within the vein do?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hemolysis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you do when conducting a second venipuncture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Always use a new tube when conducting a second blood draw<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can occur if you combine two partially filled tubes with the same additive?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>-The blood to additive ratio will be affected<br>-Inaccurate test results<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How many times should you invert blue top tubes (sodium citrate)?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>3-4 times<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How many times should you invert gold top tubes (SST)?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>5 times<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How many times should you invert green (PST) tubes?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>8-10 times<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How many times should you invert lavender EDTA?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>8-10 minutes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you use to transfer a blood sample from a syringe to a vacutainer tube?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Blood transfer device<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can lead to a change in the blood-to-additive ratio?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Both underfilling and overfilling overfilling tubes can change the blood-additive ratio.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Massaging the site of a capillary blood collection can lead to<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hemolysis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The results show false high po-tassium, indicating<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hemoconcentration<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What bandages are recommended for most venipunc-tures?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Latex<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When a patient&#8217;s lab test must be redone for emergency reasons, what is necessary if there is a missing\/inaccurate label?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Emergency release form<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What type of reaction can lead to fainting or hypotension?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Vasovagal reaction<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What tubes are used for serum tubes with gel separator?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Red and gold cap<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should the blood culture be taken if a patient has an unexplained fever?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>2-3 blood culture samples must be taken simultaneously via two separate venipunctures<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What additive do light blue topped tubes have?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Sodium citrate<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>For how long do gray tubes for glucose preserve blood specimens?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>24 hours<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What needle gauge is not for routine blood draws, therapeutic phlebotomy, or drawing a higher volume of blood from donors?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>18 gauge<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What type of needle system prevents the risk of needlesticks and collecting inappropriate specimens?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Evacuated tube system<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What are Microtainer tubes used for?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Collecting blood from finger or heel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Where is the basilic vein located?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The medial side of the arm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Why should you not tap the site when palpating?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>It can lead to hematoma<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What do you do if you accidentally probe a nerve with the nee-dle?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Move the needle away and reposition to find the vein<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When should you label a patient&#8217;s specimen?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>After collecting the blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Can you disclose a patient&#8217;s lab result to a nurse?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>No<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You apply the tourniquet on a patient, and small reddish brown spots appear below. What are these called?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Petechiae<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can cause hemolysis?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Shaking the collection tube too hard<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How do you correctly insert a needle?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Insert until you feel a change in resistance (be-comes easier to slip inside)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What are areas of a diabetic patient more susceptible to infection?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Leg or foot<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the best equipment to use for collecting from an older patient with collapsable veins?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Butterfly collection system with an ETS tube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>From where should you collect blood from a ten-month-old infant for a routine CBC?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Either heel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When doing a skin puncture,<br>what color tubes should be used for WBC, RBC, glucose, and electrolyte tests?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Lavender and red<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you ask your patient before collecting blood for a metabolite pane?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>&#8220;When was the last time you ate?&#8221;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the name for a protein that prompts the creation of antibodies?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Antigen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the purpose of the CDC&#8217;s<br>Contact Precautions?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>To reduce the risk of spreading bacteria via direct or indirect contact<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What protein is essential to the formation of blood clots?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Fibrin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Where are blood cells and platelets created in the body?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Bone narrow<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What type of lymphocyte is in charge of creating antibodies to protect against foreign pathogens.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>lymphocytes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What occurs during the diastole phase of the cardiovascular cycle?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Blood from the body fills the ventricles<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A pediatric patient weighs 15.4 kg. What is the maximum volume of blood to draw during a venipuncture session?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>10 mL<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What must you do when preparing a peripheral blood slide from a capillary puncture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Touch the slide to the second drop of blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you do when carrying out two blood culture collections for a patient?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Collect one culture from the patient&#8217;s left arm and the other from a different site on the same arm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should you verify if a forensic specimen matches the requisition form?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Case number<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following tests can be used when collecting a peripheral blood smear from a pa-tient?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>WBC differential test<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should you complete the screening card when collecting capillary blood for neonatal ana-lysis?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Touch the paper to a drop of blood to saturate each printed circle of the card<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following patients can donate blood?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A 65-year-old patient weighing 54.4 kg<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following blood types is a universal recipient?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>AB<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What blood collection amounts are recommended for a 3-year-old child weighing 15.9 kg?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>40 mL<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How much blood volume does an infant weighing 3 kg have?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>240-330 mL<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which statements should you say when instructing a patient about performing a pregnancy test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Collect first urine sample of the morning<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When instructing a patient about collecting a sputum spe-cimen, what statement should vou say?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Provide the specimen in the morning before eating and drinking.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What additive should be used for peripheral blood smear for<br>WBC count?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>EDTA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What blood type should a patient with type O receive for a blood transfusion?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Type O<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>You are going to collect blood cultures, PTT, and testosterone levels. In what order should the following collection tubes be used?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Yellow topped tube, blue topped tube, red topped tube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should you say when explaining to a patient how to collect an at-home fecal specimen?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Do not mix urine with the fecal sample<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Where should the neonatal screening card be dried after blood spot collection?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Place the card on a flat dry surface<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which of the following measurements shows that a donor can provide blood?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hematocrit level 42%<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A phlebotomy technician uses a syringe to collect a blood culture set, a PTT, and a CBC test. Which of the following should the technician identify as the proper draw order?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Anaerobic bottle, aerobic bottle, light-blue-topped tube, EDTA.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which type of collection is a priority?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>STAT collection<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>By what order should patient blood specimens be collected?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Drug level, fasting, glucose tolerance testing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the lowest a drug gets in the bloodstream before the next dose?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Half-time<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>When does peak level occur in therapeutic drug monitoring?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>30-60 minutes after the patient takes the drug<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What must the patient do before an oral glucose tolerance test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Fast for 12 hours before the test<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What should be used to clean the tops of blood collection tubes?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Alcohol<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>PKU tests are performed using<br>?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Skin puncture blood<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What information can a blood smear provide?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Shape and amount of all blood cells<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The following conditions are related to which blood cell: HIV, leukemia, lymphoma?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>White blood cells<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The following conditions are related to what blood cells: thrombocytopenia and myeloprolif-erative disorders.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Platelets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The following conditions are related to which blood cell: Sick cell anemia, polycythemia rubra vera, iron deficiency?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Red blood cells<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Before collecting a blood smear, check if the patient takes any medications. Which medication can affect a blood smear&#8217;s results?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>-Antibiotics<br>-Warfarin<br>-NSAIDs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What word refers to the total red blood cells in proportion to the total blood volume?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hemocrit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the process of stopping bleeding through constricting the blood vessels and blood clotting at a site of injury?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hemostasis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What are blood clots made up of?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Platelets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is it called when blood capillaries rupture?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Contusion<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is it called when a vein connects to an artery-changing blood course?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Fistula<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What happens during the first phase of hemostasis?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Platelets begin blood clotting<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What happens during the second stage of hemostasis?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Coagulation cascade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What happens during the final stage of hemostasis?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Fibrin clot remodeling<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is it called when there is excessive blood clotting?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hypercoagulability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is it called when there is too little clotting?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hypocoagulablity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can hypercoagulability lead to?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Thrombophilia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What can hypercoagulability lead to?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Thrombocytopenia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Which additive is most recommended for plasma testing?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>lithium heparin<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a necessary responsibility of phlebotomists under the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Document information in a sharps injury log<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a requirement for documentation when it comes to a physician ordering a lab test?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>It must include a purpose and have medical necessity<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Sodium fluoride is used to pre-<br>serve _ for three days.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Glucose<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>HIV stands for:<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>human immunodeficiency virus<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What purpose does the multi-draw needle serve?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>To draw multiple tubes of blood from the same patient during venipuncture<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>.In what order should you remove PPE?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Gloves, gown, mask<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What makes up 55% of blood<br>content?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Plasma<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How many types of white blood cells are there?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>5 types<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What color tube should be used to obtain an electrolyte panel specimen?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Green<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a pathogen?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>A non-infectious organism<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is a BBP?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Blood-Borne Pathogen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>How should the needle bevel be facing when inserted into the arm?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Upwards<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is it called when a group of blood tests must be performed?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Both A and B<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What percentage of blood volume comprises red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>55%<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Infections that originate in hospitals are known as<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Nosocomial infections<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What tube contains the reversible anticoagulant citrate?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Light blue<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Serum is<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Neither a red or white blood cell<br>B. Plasma with the clotting proteins removed<br>C. A liquid that separates when blood coagulates<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What tubes contain no addi-tives?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Red(glass) tube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is septicemia?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>blood poisoning caused by bacteria<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the difference between plasma and serum?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Plasma contains fibrinogen<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Serum is used more frequently for testing than plasma because<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>It has more antigens<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>After centrifugation, what is the liquid component of a sample in an anticoagulation collection tube?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Plasma<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>After centrifugation, what is the liquid component of a sample that has clotted?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Serum<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What is the purpose of centrifuging samples?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>To separate plasma and serum<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What layers are separated during centrifugation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Serum, gel, cells<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What are the un-clearly defined layers after centrifugation?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Serum with fibrin, gel, cells<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What body system notices any internal or external changes and reacts accordingly?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Endocrine system<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What type of blood cell fights against viruses, parasites, aller-gens, and other pathogens?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Basophils<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Where is the antecubital fossa located?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>The bend of the elbow, front of the arm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What blood vessels flow from the heart to the body tissues and only have smooth muscle lining its vessel walls?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Capillary blood vessels<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>99.A winged infusion set is also known as a?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Butterfly needle<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>What does hemolysis mean?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a>Hemolysis is the breakdown of red blood cells.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What temperature should a semen sample be transported?<br>36-38 degrees C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which of the following would result in a grossly hemolyzed specimen?<br>a. Incorrect order of draw<br>b. Incorrect needle gauge<br>c. Applying tourniquet too close to the draw site<br>d. Failure to invert tube<br>b. Incorrect needle gauge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which of the following is proper procedure after collecting ammonia specimen?<br>a. Protect from light<br>b. Keep specimen warm<br>c. Keep specimen at body temp<br>d. Place specimen in icewater slurry (or a cup of ice)<br>d. Place specimen in icewater slurry (or a cup of ice)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The phlebotomist has a request to collect a CBC from a healthy 10 month old. Which is appropriate?<br>a. Either heel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A phlebotomist is preparing to draw blood from a patient in hospital\/ The patient extends his arm and turns head away. Which consent does this indicate?<br>a. Implied consent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why should phlebotomist document volume of blood drawn from a patient?<br>a. Iatrogenic anemia could be a result fo too much taken<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A phlebotomist has a requisition to draw blood on a patient with severe Down&#8217;s syndrome. What steps would you take?<br>a. Speak with the patient guardian before performing venipuncture to enmsure the patient understands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 69 year old unconscious patient is brought ot the ER. Several blood tests are ordered. The phlebotomist collects blood under<br>a. Implied consent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which of the following actions is appropriate when labeling specimens?<br>a. Label specimens at the time of collection in front of the patient<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Before collecting blood on an inpatient, the phlebotomist notices there&#8217;s no wristband on wrist. There is one on the IV pole. What do you do?<br>a. Don&#8217;t draw until nurse puts an armband on patient<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which is appropriate form of identification in inpatient setting?<br>a. Verbal and wrist band<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>WBC, RBC, Electrolytes are ordered. Which tubes are used for capillary?<br>a. Lavender and red<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A blood specimen is rejected by lab with QNS as the reason? Why?<br>a. The specimen was insufficient-not enough blood<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which of the following is best method to prevent internal or external bleeding from venipuncture site after needle is removed?<br>a. Apply pressure to prevent leakage of blood into the tissues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A physician orders a STAT but phlebotomist forgets to fill out patient ID number. What is appropriate procedure for an improperly labeled specimen when received in lab?<br>a. Lab rejects the mislabeled specimen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phlebotomist is performing venipuncture and patient begins to seize. What is correct action?<br>a. Discontinue the draw<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phlebotomist receives orders to draw an infant screening card, O2 levels, bilirubin, and DNA. Which is to be drawn first?<br>a. O2 levels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When performing a venipuncture on a patient of average weight, which is the correct technique for needle insertion?<br>a. Insert until a change in resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which is the best method to collect a blood specimen from an older adult patient who has fragile, easy to collapse veins?<br>a. Choose a syringe and butterfly assembly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which of the following is the term for donation of a patient&#8217;s own blood for an upcoming surgery?<br>a. Autologous donation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The order of draw for capillary collections is different than venipuncture because<br>a. Increased risk of coagulation (remember platelets start to form)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upon entering a patient&#8217;s room for routine blood draw, phlebotomist notices clergy member is with the patient. What should you do?<br>a. Return later after drawing other patients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A phlebotomist notices a hematoma developing at the site of venipuncture. The phlebotomist should<br>a. Release the tourniquet and stop the draw<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Know ORDER of DRAW!!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A phlebotomist working in an infertility clinic and the patient is to submit a semen specimen. The phlebotomist would tell the patient:<br>a. As soon as you collect the specimen, keep it next to your body and bring it in right away. (the reason is it needs to stay at body temp and delivered in lab within 2 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After placing tourniquet on a patients arm, the phlebotomist notices small red spots below the tourniquet.<br>a. Petechiae<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The phlebotomist should examine the antecubital veins of both arms because:<br>a. The median cubital might be more accessible on one side than the other<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is the appropriate cleanser to clean the meatus for a clean catch urine specimen?<br>a. Benzalkonium chloride<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When should the code on glucose cuvettes or strips be compared to the code on the glucose meter?<br>a. When the patient is tested<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which of the following is appropriate to use when collecting for a chemistry test that requires serum?<br>a. SST (this is the red gel tube)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A patient state she is a difficult draw and requests a skin puncture. The test is a PTT. Which should you do?<br>a. Use a syringe and transfer to a light blue tube<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Industry standard states needle insertion in the antecubital area should be:<br>a. 15-30 degree angle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tubes with which additive should be used for CBC?<br>a. EDTA (purple tube)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When preparing for transport, which specimen must be placed on ice within 30 minutes after collection?<br>a. Arterial Blood Gases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which provides the phlebotomist the best protection when drawing blood from a patient with active TB?<br>a. N-95 respirator mask<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>During a draw, the patient becomes unresponsive. What should you do?<br>a. Check for breathing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why should a phlebotomist avoid drawing blood from a leg or foot of a diabetic patient?<br>a. These areas are more susceptible to infection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why is it important to place a specimen in a biohazard specimen bag outside the laboratory?<br>a. The biohazard bag prevents a possible exposure incident<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As a student. Proper introduction<br>a. Hi, my name is Sally Smith. I am a student phlebotomist and I&#8217;m here to collect blood specimen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When using evacuated tube system (EVS).<br>a. Position the needle in the same direction as the vein at 30 degree angle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is additive for a PT\/PTT?<br>a. Sodium Citrate (Blue top)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blood cultures have been ordered on ICU patient. You would use:<br>a. Aerobic and anaerobic bottles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A phlebotomist is required to obtain what from a potential donor?<br>a. Complete medical history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phlebotomist needs to draw a glucose tolerance test on a patient and notices an empty breakfast plate at bedside. What should you do?<br>a. Ask the patient when he or she ate last<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which vein should you attempt first?<br>a. Median cubital<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If a phlebotomist is stuck with a used needle, first action is:<br>a. Flush the area with running water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>correct specimen handling, what should you put on collection tubes?<br>Before leaving a patient room, make sure the date, time and initials are on the tubes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When removing the needle from the arm, engage the safety device immediately<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What can cause hemolysis?<br>a. Vigorously shaking the tube<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A phlebotomist must centrifuge a serum separator tube before shipment:<br>a. Cells must be separated from the serum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The phlebotomist draws a CBC at 1800. Lab closed at 1730 and will not process until 500. What temp should the CBC be stored<br>a. 2-10 degrees C (EDTA tubes may be processed at 12 hours if refrigerated)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What test results can be affected if iodine is used to clean the site?<br>a. Potassium<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>According to CLSI, what is collected first?<br>a. Blood cultures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>KNOW ORDER OF DRAW<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>KNOW ADDITIVES<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>KNOW ORDER OF VENIPUNTURE PROCEDURE<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A physician ordered a Tobramycin level to be drawn one hour after dose. The Tobramycin has been ordered for 11am. What should you do<br>a. Check with the nurse to make sure meds were given (or not given)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>phlebotomist notices red spots. What is appropriate action?<br>a. Apply pressure after collecting During the draw, the the sample<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is a potential consequence of mislabeling a blood bank specimen?<br>a. A Transfusion reaction<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When should a phlebotomist perform external liquid controls for quality control on CLIA waived point of care test?<br>a. When a new lot number or kit is opened<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A 3.3 kg infant has a total blood volume of 240-330ml<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleanse in an outward spiral<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What would you use for a hand draw?<br>a. Butterfly or winged infusion set<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invert anticoagulant tubes to :prevent coagulation<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Name the 3 types of blood samples<br>whole blood\/ plasma\/ serum<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What two States require licensure<br>Louisiana &amp; California<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the Phlebotomist collects blood, in which of the patient&#8217;s zones of interpersonal space is he\/she operating?<br>The patient&#8217;s Intimate Zone or Space<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Define Phlebotomy<br>An incision into the vein<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is the meaning of these acronyms: ASPT, ASCP, and NHA?<br>ASPT = American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians<br>ASCP = American Society for Clinical Pathology<br>NHA = National Healthcareer Association<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Define Reference Laboratory:<br>A reference laboratory is one that specializes in one test or one group of tests, or where more unusual or obscure tests are performed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Number the following items to reflect the correct blood flow through the heart and lungs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>1_<\/em> Vena Cave (superior\/inferior) <em>7_<\/em> Lungs<br><em>5_<\/em> Pulmonary Valve <em>6_<\/em> Pulmonary Artery<br><em>13_<\/em> Aorta <em>9_<\/em> Left Atrium<br><em>2_<\/em> Right Atrium <em>8_<\/em> Pulmonary Veins<br><em>4_<\/em> Right Ventricle <em>11_<\/em> Left Ventricle<br><em>3_<\/em> Tricuspid Valve <em>12_<\/em> Aortic Valve<br><em>10_<\/em> Mitral Valve (aka, Bi-Cuspid)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To whom does the phlebotomist report?<br>A technical phlebotomy supervisor<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What two government agencies administer CLIA?<br>Center for Medicare\/Medicaid Services (CMS)__<br>FDA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Is the Joint Commission a non-profit organization?<br>No, it&#8217;s a not for profit organization<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In what year and by what organization was The Patient&#8217;s Bill of Rights initiated?<br>1973 by the American Hospital Association.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. What is Informed Consent?<br>When you explain the procedure to the patient and they give you verbal or written permission to proceed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is Implied Consent?<br>When you explain the procedure to the patient and they make a gesture that implies their permission to proceed, such as extending their arm, rolling up their sleeve or nodding their head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is required to obtain Informed Consent for a child?<br>You explain the procedure to the parent or legal guardian and obtain their informed consent for the child.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is the difference between a Criminal Lawsuit and a Civil Lawsuit?<br>A criminal lawsuit is initiated by the government, a civil lawsuit is between private parties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is Assault?<br>The threat of touching another person without his or her consent and with the intention of causing fear of harm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is Battery?<br>Actual harmful touching of another person without his or her consent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is Libel?<br>False defamatory writing that is published.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is a Sentinel Event?<br>An unanticipated death or permanent loss of function not related to a patient&#8217;s illness or underlying condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. What does PPE stand for?<br>Personal Protective Equipment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. How full should you fill the Sharps Container before using a new container?<br>\u00be full<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. What is the name of the multi-purpose fire extinguisher?<br>ABC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To what does the term &#8220;aseptic techniques&#8221; refer?<br>Techniques that provide a degree of cleanliness that prevents infection and keeps the phlebotomy environment free of contamination by microorganisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. A nosocomial infection is:<br>a. Something acquired by healthcare workers.<br>b. Something acquired by visitors to a hospital.<br>c. Something acquired by patients.<br>d. A Hospital Acquired Infection.<br>e. Caused by antibiotic resistant bacteria.<br>f. Both c and d.<br>g. Both a and c.<br>f. Both c and d.<br>c. Something acquired by patients.<br>d. A Hospital Acquired Infection<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When is hand hygiene performed?<br>a. When gloves are visibly soiled.<br>b. Before putting on gloves<br>c. After removing gloves<br>d. All of the above<br>e. Both a and b<br>d. All of the above<br>a. When gloves are visibly soiled.<br>b. Before putting on gloves<br>c. After removing gloves<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before entering an isolation room, what is the first thing the phlebotomist should do?<br>a. Wash hands<br>b. Put on a gown, mask and gloves<br>c. Read the posted instructions<br>d. Obtain permission<br>c. Read the posted instructions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What does the acronym PASS describe and stand for?<br>It describes the use of a fire extinguisher and stands for: Pull pin, Aim nozzle, Squeeze handle, Sweep from side to side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What does the acronym RACE stand for?<br>It stands for what a healthcare worker should do if a fire or explosion occurs in the workplace:<br>Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Exit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Before placing a call on hold, a phlebotomist should:<br>a. record the caller&#8217;s name.<br>b. check to see if it is an emergency.<br>c. transfer the call to the phlebotomy supervisor.<br>d. tell the caller his or her name.<br>b. check to see if it is an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A competent professional demeanor is shown by:<br>a. neatness and cleanliness.<br>b. courtesy and cheerfulness.<br>c. pleasantness.<br>d. all of the above.<br>d. all of the above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional duties of the phlebotomist include all of the following except:<br>a. correct labeling of all specimens with the required information.<br>b. selection of the appropriate specimen containers for the specified tests.<br>c. performance of tests on patient samples in the laboratory.<br>d. collection of the appropriate amount of blood by venipuncture or dermal puncture.<br>c. performance of tests on patient samples in the laboratory<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. The two major areas of the clinical laboratory are:<br>a. chemistry and hematology.<br>b. cytology and histology.<br>c. anatomical and clinical.<br>d. urinalysis and microbiology.<br>c. anatomical and clinical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The difference between plasma and serum is that:<br>a. serum contains fibrinogen.<br>b. serum is obtained from a non-clotted specimen.<br>c. plasma is obtained from a clotted specimen.<br>d. plasma contains fibrinogen.<br>d. plasma contains fibrinogen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Specimens collected in serum separator tubes are most frequently delivered to:<br>a. blood bank.<br>b. serology.<br>c. hematology.<br>d. chemistry<br>d. chemistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent blood from clotting the specimen must be:<br>d. both A and B<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>c. centrifuged right after collection.<br>d. both A and B<br>d. both A and B<br>d. both A and B<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the following pairings is wrong?<br>a. icteric and yellow.<br>b. lipemic and cloudy.<br>c. hemolyzed and red.<br>d. fasting and cloudy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main anticoagulant for coagulation studies is:<br>a. ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA).<br>b. sodium citrate.<br>c. heparin.<br>d. oxalate.<br>b. sodium citrate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. ABO and Rh typing are performed in which laboratory section?<br>a. Hematology<br>b. Blood bank<br>c. Chemistry<br>d. Cytology<br>b. Blood bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) or partial thromboplastin time (PTT) test is performed in:<br>a. coagulation.<br>b. chemistry.<br>c. urinalysis.<br>d. histology.<br>a. coagulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Which test would a physician order on a patient with a suspected infection?<br>a. Glucose<br>b. Complete blood count (CBC)<br>c. Cholesterol<br>d. Antinuclear antibody (ANA)<br>b. Complete blood count (CBC)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An anemia would be detected by a:<br>a. glucose test.<br>b. blood culture.<br>c. urinalysis.<br>d. complete blood count.<br>d. complete blood count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. An agency that assures quality care by hospitals is the:<br>a. Joint Commission.<br>b. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.<br>c. Occupational Safety and Health Administration.<br>d. College of American Pathologists.<br>a. Joint Commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. The most serious error a phlebotomist can make is:<br>a. causing a hematoma.<br>b. failure to correctly identify a patient.<br>c. drawing a specimen in the wrong tube.<br>d. collecting a hemolyzed dermal puncture specimen.<br>b. failure to correctly identify a patient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. A puncture device with a broken seal should not be used because:<br>a. it is no longer sterile.<br>b. the needle may contain a barb.<br>c. there may be a manufacturing defect.<br>d. the color coding will not match the size.<br>a. it is no longer sterile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using an evacuated tube after its expiration date can result in all of the following except:<br>a. a short draw.<br>b. a clotted specimen.<br>c. a lipemic specimen.<br>d. a contaminated specimen<br>a. a short draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Patient&#8217;s Bill of Rights guarantees the patient all of the following except:<br>a. a private room.<br>b. informed consent.<br>c. confidentiality.<br>d. treatment refusal.<br>a. a private room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To complete the chain of infection, all of the following are required except a:<br>a. source.<br>b. contaminated surface.<br>c. mode of transmission.<br>d. host.<br>b. contaminated surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An infection contracted by a patient while in the hospital is termed:<br>a. antibiotic-resistant.<br>b. staphylococcal.<br>c. nosocomial.<br>d. unfortunate<br>c. nosocomial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended disinfectant for blood and body fluid contamination is:<br>a. sodium hydroxide.<br>b. antimicrobial soap.<br>c. hydrogen peroxide.<br>d. sodium hypochlorite.<br>d. sodium hypochlorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. The term universal precautions refers to:<br>a. universal blood donors.<br>b. mixing organic chemicals under a hood.<br>c. wellness clinics available to everyone.<br>d. treating all specimens as infectious.<br>d. treating all specimens as infectious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to changing gloves between every patient, phlebotomists should also:<br>a. change their lab coats.<br>b. disinfect the phlebotomy tray.<br>c. double-bag the specimens.<br>d. wash their hands.<br>d. wash their hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To comply with the current Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, phlebotomists must:<br>a. discard sharps only into containers attached to the wall.<br>b. activate the needle protection device before removing the needle from the adapter.<br>c. decontaminate needle adapters between each patient.<br>d. activate the needle protective device and discard the needle and the adapter.<br>d. activate the needle protective device and discard the needle and the adapter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The code word PASS refers to:<br>a. storage of volatile chemicals.<br>b. operation of a fire extinguisher.<br>c. labeling of hazardous material.<br>d. the presence of radioactive material<br>b. operation of a fire extinguisher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcohol-based hand sanitizers may be used as a substitute for handwashing:<br>a. only in a blood donation center.<br>b. only in certain patient care areas such as oncology or obstetrics and gynecology.<br>c. at any time.<br>d. when the hands are not visibly contaminated with blood or other body fluid.<br>d. when the hands are not visibly contaminated with blood or other body fluid<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The prefix that means decreased is:<br>a. hypo-<br>b. hyper-<br>c. hetero-<br>d. haplo-<br>a. hypo-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the following abbreviations on a patient&#8217;s chart, test requisition, or bedside notice would be most important if a patient asked a phlebotomist for a drink of water?<br>a. TPR<br>b. PRN<br>c. OP<br>d. NPO<br>d. NPO<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ability to keep body systems functioning in a steady state is called:<br>a. coagulation.<br>b. articulation.<br>c. metabolism.<br>d. homeostasis.<br>d. homeostasis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The layer of skin that contains the blood vessels is the:<br>a. epidermis.<br>b. dermis.<br>c. keratinized epithelium.<br>d. root shaft.<br>b. dermis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The artery of choice for measuring the pulse rate in an adult is the:<br>a. carotid.<br>b. radial.<br>c. brachial.<br>d. temporal.<br>b. radial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood to the heart are:<br>a. arteries.<br>b. alveoli.<br>c. capillaries.<br>d. veins.<br>d. veins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All of the following are formed elements found in the blood except:<br>a. erythrocytes.<br>b. platelets.<br>c. macrophages.<br>d. leukocytes.<br>c. macrophages<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. The primary role of the thrombocyte is to:<br>a. transport nutrients.<br>b. promote blood clotting.<br>c. phagocytize bacteria.<br>d. produce antibodies.<br>b. promote blood clotting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Functions of the blood include all of the following except:<br>a. transport oxygen.<br>b. regulate pulse rate.<br>c. deliver nutrients.<br>d. transport waste products.<br>b. regulate pulse rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fluid that comprises approximately 55% of the total blood volume is made up of:<br>a. hematocrit.<br>b. plasma.<br>c. tissue fluid.<br>d. serum.<br>b. plasma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary antiseptic for routine venipuncture is:<br>a. iodine.<br>b. chlorhexidine.<br>c. isopropyl alcohol.<br>d. Betadine.<br>c. isopropyl alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A properly tied tourniquet:<br>a. permits arterial flow and blocks venous flow.<br>b. blocks arterial and venous flow.<br>c. prevents backflow.<br>d. permits venous flow and blocks arterial flow.<br>a. permits arterial flow and blocks venous flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The color coding of evacuated tubes provides information about all of the following except the:<br>a. volume of specimen collected.<br>b. type of specimen collected.<br>c. need to invert the tube.<br>d. presence of an anticoagulant.<br>c. need to invert the tube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Which of the following tubes must always be completely filled?<br>a. Gray<br>b. Light blue<br>c. Red<br>d. Pink<br>b. Light blue<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ratio of blood to anticoagulant in a light blue stopper tube is:<br>a. 2:l<br>b. 5:l<br>c. 9:l<br>d. 10:1<br>c. 9:l<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most anticoagulants in blood collection tubes prevent clotting by:<br>a. binding calcium.<br>b. acting as an antithrombin agent.<br>c. binding fibrinogen.<br>d. releasing heparin.<br>a. binding calcium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the following is the most acceptable order of tube draw?<br>a. Yellow, red glass, and light blue<br>b. Lavender, red plastic, and yellow<br>c. Red plastic, light blue, and lavender<br>d. Yellow, green, and light blue<br>a. Yellow, red glass, and light blue<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Failing to adequately invert a lavender stopper tube after collection will:<br>a. cause hemolysis.<br>b. falsely elevate calcium results.<br>c. destroy coagulation factors.<br>d. produce a clotted specimen.<br>d. produce a clotted specimen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. The presence of a clot is acceptable in:<br>a. red stopper tubes.<br>b. lavender stopper tubes.<br>c. green stopper tubes.<br>d. light blue stopper tubes.<br>a. red stopper tubes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Which of the following needles has the largest diameter?<br>a. 16 gauge<br>b. 18 gauge<br>c. 20 gauge<br>d. 22 gauge<br>a. 16 gauge<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Collecting a large evacuated tube using a 23-gauge needle:<br>a. is recommended for geriatric patients.<br>b. is required for certain automated tests.<br>c. may cause a hemolyzed sample.<br>d. may cause a loss of vacuum in the tube.<br>c. may cause a hemolyzed sample.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Forcing blood from a syringe into an evacuated tube:<br>a. prevents the blood from clotting.<br>b. can only be done when using a small syringe.<br>c. may hemolyze the specimen.<br>d. is required when using a transfer device.<br>c. may hemolyze the specimen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The needle holder that is part of the evacuated tube collection system is:<br>a. disposed of in the general trash after removing the collection needle.<br>b. disposed of as a unit with the collection needle into a red bag.<br>c. disposed of as a unit with the collection needle into a sharps container.<br>d. made of a grade of plastic that does not require disposal in a sharps container.<br>c. disposed of as a unit with the collection needle into a sharps container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All of the following are used to identify a patient except the:<br>a. bed sign.<br>b. requisition form.<br>c. identification band.<br>d. bar codes.<br>a. bed sign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important purpose of a requisition form is:<br>a. authorization to perform the procedure.a. authorization to perform the procedure.<br>b. providing a system to report results.<br>c. location of the patient.<br>d. monitoring test result turnaround time.<br>a. authorization to perform the procedure.a. authorization to perform the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blood should not be drawn from a patient who is:<br>a. standing.<br>b. nervous.<br>c. unable to make a fist.<br>d. not fasting.<br>a. standing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The maximum time a tourniquet should remain on the patient&#8217;s arm is:<br>a. 1 minute.<br>b. 2 minutes.<br>c. 3 minutes.<br>d. 5 minutes.<br>a. 1 minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vein of choice for routine venipuncture is the:<br>a. median cubital.<br>b. radial.<br>c. cephalic.<br>d.baslic<br>a. median cubital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vein located on the thumb side of the arm is the:<br>a. brachial.<br>b. median cubital.<br>c. basilic.<br>d. cephalic.<br>c. basilic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Palpate means to:<br>a. perform a venipuncture.<br>b. examine by touch.<br>c. examine by sound.<br>d. obtain a specimen from an intravenous line.<br>b. examine by touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prolonged application of a tourniquet will cause:<br>a. excessive bleeding.<br>b. difficulty locating a vein.<br>c. hemolysis.<br>d. both A and C<br>d. both A and C<br>a. excessive bleeding<br>c. hemolysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Failure to allow the alcohol to dry on the patient&#8217;s arm after site cleansing can cause all of the following except:<br>a. increased bacteriostatic action.<br>b. a stinging sensation for the patient.<br>c. a possible unsterile site.<br>d. specimen hemolysis.<br>a. increased bacteriostatic action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Correct palpation of a vein includes all of the following except:<br>a. determining the depth of the vein.<br>b. detecting a pulse using the thumb.<br>c. determining the direction of the vein.<br>d. probing with the index finger.<br>b. detecting a pulse using the thumb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hemoconcentration can be caused by:<br>a. prolonged tourniquet application.<br>b. intravenous therapy.<br>c. excessive probing.<br>d. failure to clench the fist.<br>a. prolonged tourniquet application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Firmly anchoring the vein prior to needle insertion is necessary to prevent:<br>a. specimen hemolysis.<br>b. incompletely filled tubes.<br>c. an accidental needlestick.<br>d. the vein from rolling.<br>d. the vein from rolling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. During the venipuncture, the phlebotomist should do all of the following except:<br>a. anchor the vein above and below the puncture site.<br>b. insert the needle with the bevel up.<br>c. insert the needle at a 15- to 30-degree angle.<br>d. brace the hand holding the adapter on the patient&#8217;s arm.<br>a. anchor the vein above and below the puncture site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A properly labeled tube must have all of the following information except the:<br>a. patient location.<br>b. patient identification number.<br>c. date of collection.<br>d. phlebotomist&#8217;s initials.<br>a. patient location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two identifiers for patient identification before specimen collection are routinely secured by all the following means except:<br>a. verifying the patient&#8217;s identification number on the wrist or ankle identification band.<br>b. asking the patient to state his or her first name and last name.<br>c. asking the patient &#8220;Are you John Doe?&#8221; or &#8220;Are you Mary Doe?&#8221;.<br>d. comparing information obtained verbally and from the patient&#8217;s identification band with the information on the test requisition.<br>d. comparing information obtained verbally and from the patient&#8217;s identification band with the information on the test requisition<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When encountering a patient who is sleeping, the phlebotornist should:<br>a. return at another time.<br>b. try to collect the specimen without waking the patient.<br>c. notify the nursing station.<br>d. awaken the patient before collecting the specimen<br>d. awaken the patient before collecting the specimen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to prevent fainting in a patient during blood collection is to:<br>a. have the patient stand during the phlebotomy.<br>b. have the patient lie down during the phlebotomy.<br>c. have the patient pump the fist three times.<br>d. place a pillow under the patient&#8217;s head.<br>b. have the patient lie down during the phlebotomy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients are most likely to be in a basal state at:<br>a. 6:00 a.m.<br>b. 10:00 a.m.<br>c. 2:00 p.m.<br>d. 6:00 p.m.<br>a. 6:00 a.m<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. A patient who appears pale and has cold, damp skin may develop:<br>a. coagulation problems.<br>b. septicemia.<br>c. sclerosis.<br>d. syncope.<br>d. syncope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When encountering a patient with a fistula, the phlebotornist should:<br>a. apply the tourniquet below the fistula.<br>b. use the other arm.<br>c. collect the blood from the fistula.<br>d. attach a syringe to the T-tube connector.<br>b. use the other arm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When collecting blood from a patient with a very edematous right arm and a large hematoma in the antecubital area of the left arm, the phlebotornist should collect the specimen from:<br>a. below the hematoma.<br>b. above the hematoma.<br>c. the antecubital area of the right arm.<br>d. the antecubital area of the left arm.<br>a. below the hematoma<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The maximum number of attempts that a phlebotomist should make to collect a specimen is:<br>a. one.<br>b. two.<br>c. three.<br>d. four.<br>b. two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Prolonged tourniquet application will cause:<br>a. edema.<br>b. hemolysis.<br>c. hemoconcentration.<br>d. both B and C<br>d. both B and C<br>b. hemolysis.<br>c. hemoconcentration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Specimens are rejected by the laboratory for all of the following reasons except:<br>a. clots in a lavender stopper tube.<br>b. collection in the wrong tube.<br>c. incompletely filled light-blue stopper tubes.<br>d. clots in a red stopper tube.<br>d. clots in a red stopper tube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Allowing blood to leak from a vein into the surrounding tissue will cause:<br>a. hematoma.<br>b. hemolysis.<br>c. nerve damage.<br>d. syncope.<br>a. hematoma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hematomas can be caused by all of the following except:<br>a. having the patient bend the elbow.<br>b. inserting the needle partially into the vein.<br>c. drawing below an intravenous line.<br>d. removing the tourniquet after removing the needle.<br>c. drawing below an intravenous line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best reason why the majority of patient samples are drawn in the early moming hours is because:<br>a. the patient will not be in the basal state early in the rnorning because this requires several hours of normal physical activity by the patient.<br>b. patients should have consumed a meal no less than three hours prior to the time of collection.<br>c. the patient will be in the basal state, having restrained from strenuous exercise and having fasted for approximately 12 hours.<br>d. patients are generally more agreeable with collection times scheduled early in the morning.<br>c. the patient will be in the basal state, having restrained from strenuous exercise and having fasted for approximately 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Plasma differs from Serum in that:<br>a. Serum contains fibrinogen<br>b. Serum is obtained by centrifugation<br>c. Plasma contains fibrinogen<br>d. Plasma is obtained by centrifugation<br>c. Plasma contains fibrinogen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A sentinel event would be most likely caused by delivery of a mislabeled tube to which lab department:<br>a. Coagulation<br>b. Hematology<br>c. Immunology<br>d. Blood bank<br>d. Blood bank<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Which of the following tests is not part of the CBC:<br>a. Red blood cell count<br>b. Platelet count<br>c. Sedimentation rate<br>d. Differential<br>c. Sedimentation rate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Testing of a fecal stool for parasites is performed in:<br>a. Hematology<br>b. Microbiology<br>c. Immunology<br>d. Urinalysis<br>b. Microbiology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A prothrombin test is performed in:<br>a. Coagulation<br>b. Immunology<br>c. Microbiology<br>d. Chemistry<br>a. Coagulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>True\/False<br>Indicate whether the following statements are true or false.<br>The liquid portion of a specimen collected in a tube containing ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) is serum.<br>False<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>True\/False<br>Indicate whether the following statements are true or false.<br>If a needle has not been used it can be recapped?<br>False<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>True\/False<br>Indicate whether the following statements are true or false.<br>When using a butterfly, a light blue stopper tube should be collected first.<br>\/False<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. What zone does a phlebotomist work in, according to the American zone of comfort guide lines?<br>A. Intimate zone 18-24 inches<br>B. Intimate zone 24-36 inches<br>C. Personal zone 18-24 inches<br>D. None of the above<br>A. Intimate zone 18-24 inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. In what department of the lab is a complete blood count performed?<br>A. Hematology<br>B. Microbiology<br>C. Chemistry<br>D. Blood bank<br>A. Hematology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the following would not be needed when collecting a throat culture?<br>a. Flashlight<br>b. Blood agar culture plate<br>c. Tongue depressor<br>d. Sterile swab<br>b. Blood agar culture plate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What type of tube is used for a complete blood count?<br>A. Purple with clot activator<br>B. Lavender with EDTA<br>C. Lavender with EDTA<br>D. Lavender with NaK<br>C. Lavender with EDTA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. What chemical or additive is needed for performing an activated partial thromboplastin time?<br>A. EDTA<br>B. SPS<br>C. Clot activator<br>D. Sodium citrate<br>D. Sodium citrate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What color of tube is used for activated partial thromboplastin time?<br>A. Light blue<br>B. Light green<br>C. Purple<br>D. Yellow<br>B. Light green<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is the abbreviation for activated partial thromboplastin time?<br>A. PT<br>B. CBC<br>C. PTT<br>D. CHEM-7<br>C. PTT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of the following is not one of the three types of blood samples?<br>A. Whole blood<br>B. Plasma<br>C. Serum<br>D. Iron<br>D. Iron<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In which part of the lab is a CMP performed?<br>A. Microbiology<br>B. Chemistry<br>C. Hematology<br>D. Blood bank<br>B. Chemistry<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What does CMP stand for?<br>A. Comprehensive Metabolic Panel<br>B. Choke Mary Partially<br>C. Chemistry Metabolic Panel<br>D. Chloride Metabolic Panel<br>A. Comprehensive Metabolic Panel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. What color of tube does the phlebotomist use for blood bank testing?<br>A. Red plastic<br>B. Red glass<br>C. Yellow<br>D. Pink<br>D. Pink<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional duties of the phlebotomist include all of the following except:<br>A. Correctly label all specimens with required information<br>B. Select the appropriate specimen containers for the specified test<br>C. Perform test on patient samples in the lab<br>D. Collect the appropriate amount of blood by venipuncture or dermal puncture<br>C. Perform test on patient samples in the lab<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. To prevent blood from clotting, the specimen must be:<br>A. Collected in a tube containing an anticoagulant<br>B. Inverted right after collection<br>C. Centrifuged right after collection<br>D. Both a and b<br>D. Both a and b<br>A. Collected in a tube containing an anticoagulant<br>B. Inverted right after collection<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary antiseptic for venipuncture is:<br>A. 70% isopropyl alcohol<br>B. 80% isopropyl alcohol<br>C. 90% isopropyl alcohol<br>A. 70% isopropyl alcohol<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. Most anticoagulants in blood collection tubes prevent clotting by:<br>A. Binding calcium<br>B. Acting as an antithrombin agent<br>C. Binding fibrinogen<br>D. Releasing heparin<br>A. Binding calcium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>. 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