NHA Phlebotomy Exam Practice Questions with Correct Answers (Latest 2023 Graded A+)

NHA Phlebotomy Exam Practice Questions with Correct Answers (Latest 2023 Graded A+) Which of the following can cause a hemolyzed specimen? A) Inverting the specimen 4 times B) Partially filling the collection tube C) Shaking the collection tube vigorously D) Allowing the specimen to clot C Which is an example of the acceptable reporting of routine lab results? C) Wear a mask and eye protection D) Perform the venipuncture D Which of the following is appropriate cleanser for cleansing around the urinary meatus for a clean-catch urine specimen? A) Hydrogen Peroxide B) Benzalkonium Chloride or mild antiseptic soap C) Povidone Iodine D) 70% Alcohol pad B The phlebotomist should use a tube with which of the following anticoagulants to collect a PT/PTT test? A) EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) B) Sodium citrate C)Potassium oxalate D) Heparin B When should the code on glucose cuvettes or strips be compared to the code on the glucose meter? A) After a new package is opened B) When a patient is tested C) At the beginning of the shift D) Following an error code B A Phlebotomist recieves orders to draw an infant screening card, O2 levels, bilirubin, and DNA. Which of the following should be drawn first? A) O2 Levels B) Bilirubin C) DNA D)Screening card A B) Gray, Green, Lavender C) Green, Gray, Lavender D) Green, Lavender, Gray D The order of draw for a capillary collection is different than venipuncture because of? A) The risk of hemoconcentration B) An increased rate of coagulation C) The smaller size of samples D) Additive cross contamination B A Phlebotomist is preparing to perform a hand draw. Which of the following should the phlebotomist assemble? A) ETS Needle and transfer B) Winged infusion set and adapter C) Syringe and vacutainer D) Lancet and microtainer B A patient comes in to find out his test results. The phlebotomist notices the results are ready and verifies the patient's identity. Which of the following actions is most appropriate? A) Have the lab manager discuss the results with the patient B) Have the nurse interpret the result for the patient C) Obtain a signed authorization from the patient and explain the results in a private exam room D) Inform the patient to contact the ordering physician to get the results. D During a venipuncture, the patient reports a sharp pain radiating down the arm. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? A) Release the tourniquet and remove the needle B) Pull back on the needle and continue procedure C) Reposition the patient and change the needle gauge Which of the following is the best method to prevent internal or external bleeding from the venipuncture site after the needle is removed? A) Apply pressure to prevent leakage of blood into the tissues B) Have the patient bend the arm at the elbow to reduce bleeding C) Apply a hot pack to the site if swelling or discoloration occurs D)Apply a cotton ball to the site A When collecting a routine blood sample, which of the following vessels should you attempt to draw from first? A) Median Cubital B) Ulnar C) Distal cephalic D) Radial A A diabetic patient states she prefers to be drawn on the inside of her wrist. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist do? A) Draw from the inside of the patient's wrist B) Warm the ventral side of the hand to enhance vein location prior to draw C) Perform a draw on her foot D) Attempt to draw from the antecubital region D Which of the following provides the phlebotomist the best protection when drawing blood from a patient with active TB? A) Double gloves B) N-95 respirator C) Surgical mask D) Shoe covers B