CPCT: Phlebotomy Review 2024 with Complete Solutions

CPCT: Phlebotomy Review 2024 with Complete Solutions Arteries - Answer- carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the body Veins - Answer- carry blood back to the heart Capillaries - Answer- The smallest blood vessels, and the site of exchange of chemicals and water between the blood and the tissues. Always use ______________ when handling body fluids, nonintact skin, or mucous membranes. - Answer- PPE What should you always check when identifying patients? - Answer- Two patient identifiers Average needle size for venipuncture - Answer- 20-23 gauge, 1-1.5 inch Check on the needle before using - Answer- Expiration date, labels and seal, safety device, bevel Items to gather for venipuncture - Answer- Alcohol pads, tourniquet, needle, hub, adapter, tubes, tube holder, labels. Labeling specimens - Answer- Do this in front of the patient, do not use a pencil, do not cover the stopper or lid, avoid wrinkling, fill out after collecting specimen. Reasons for Dermal Puncture - Answer- 1. Test requires small amount of blood 2. Patient does not have accessible vein but blood collection is essential. 3. Laboratory test requires capillary blood 4. Patient is at risk of iatrogenic anemia For infants younger than ________________, a dermal puncture is preferable. - Answer- 1 year old Finger stick site - Answer- Third or fourth finger, patient's nondominant hand, fleshy off- center side of the finger. Heel stick site - Answer- Medial or lateral side of the plantar surface on the heel. Do not use the back of the heel. Hematoma - Answer- collection of blood under the skin What should you do with the first drop of blood from a dermal puncture? - Answer- Wipe away the first drop of blood Patient position for a venipuncture - Answer- Sitting in chair or lying in bed. Never standing or sitting on stool or exam table.