NHA Phlebotomy Exam

What is the most preferred site for venipuncture? - Answer- Median Cubital Prior to preforming the capillary (dermal) puncture the PT should select the - Answer- Lancet size When collecting blood cultures from an adult patient it is recommended to collect - Answer- 8-10 mL per bottle Feather edge reflects the correct results for a - Answer- Peripheral Blood Smear What tests require fasting - Answer- Glucose, triglycerides, cholesterol, vitamin & mineral problems and pregnancy When entering a patients room you should - Answer- introduce yourself and explain procedure What two factors that determine weather a child should have capillary collection by heel or stick? - Answer- Age & developmental factors What is used to collect cerebrospinal fluid, which is a non blood specimen? - Answer- Lumbar tap What type of alcohol compound is appropriate for a routine skin puncture? - Answer- 70% isopropyl alcohol When running an IV what is the preferred site for drawing blood specimen? - Answer- Going Distal If during a venipunture the patient moves needle and needle comes out PT should - Answer- Release tourniquet If patient notifies PT of fainting during blood collection you should - Answer- Position in supine OSHA guidelines are standards for - Answer- Reduction of risks and injuries to employee The lavender evacuated tube contains - Answer- EDTA Stool specimen should be refrigerated for 24 hours when conducting what test - Answer- Ova and parasite test