Introduction to Phlebotomy Questions and Answers 2023

Introduction to Phlebotomy Questions and Answers 2023 Which of the following is a good conversation that may prevent a patient from being apprehensive about a venipuncture procedure? "You have really small veins! I'll try the other arm first." "This is the first time I've used this type of needle." "So why are you having blood drawn?" "The weather is really beautiful today, isn't it?"<-- Which one of the following is NOT true? Venipuncture is used for tests that require larger amounts of blood. Health care workers should be vaccinated for HBV. Regulations for phlebotomy are the same in all states.<--- Aseptic technique is used to remove microorganisms and prevent infection. How should you reply to a patient who is anxious about the phlebotomy procedure hurting? "You have nothing to worry about." "It won't hurt a bit! The procedure is pain-free." "There may be a little discomfort, but I will be as quick as possible."<--- "I'm sure you can handle it." What is the process of collecting blood? Oncology Phlebotomy<---- Venipuncture Lab testing Which type of phlebotomy involves collecting blood from veins? Venipuncture<--- Skin puncture All of the above How should a health care worker act when greeting a phlebotomy patient? Brief greeting and then begin the procedure immediately. Be friendly and sincere.<---- Show that you are nervous about doing the procedure. Apologize for having to do the procedure. Which of the following is NOT a safety precaution to be used during phlebotomy procedures? Never recap or break needles. Clean blood spills immediately with a disinfectant solution. Wash your hands between every procedure. Gloves are required only for patients who are known to be infectious.<---- Where should sharps be disposed? Wrapped and taken to the incinerator In the trash can In a biohazard waste container Dropped in a puncture-proof biohazard container<--- Which type of phlebotomy involves collecting small amounts of capillary blood? Venipuncture Skin puncture<--- All of the above What are bloodborne pathogens? Medications that are pumped into the bloodstream Abnormal blood cells A change in the number of red blood cells Disease-causing microorganisms found in the blood<---- Why is it important to wipe the puncture site with alcohol beforehand? It kills microorganisms and minimizes the risk of infection.<---- It makes the vein more visible. It increased the circulation of oxygenated blood to the site. It allows the phlebotomist to use an unsterile needle.