NHA Phlebotomy Exam Questions and
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What four components must sharps containers have according to the National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health? - Functionality: leak- and puncture resistant,
appropriately sized, have a secure closure
- Accessiblity: upright, easy to operator, within reach, below eye level, located away from
obstructive areas or near doors or sinks
- Visibility: fill level and biohazard symbol clearly visible
- Accommodation: require minimal training, easy operation, safe and durable mounting system
If an accidental exposure to blood occurs, what are the three steps to resolution? 1. flush
and clean the area, likely with iodine or soap and water
2A. report the exposure to immediate supervisor
2B. report information on how, where, when, and what equipment was involved in the incident
2C. log this information
3. seek emergency medical examination
,If accidental splash of body fluid or contaminated materials enters the eyes, nose or mouth, what
are the steps to resolution? 1. flush the areas with large amounts of water. An eye wash
station is preferred.
2. report the exposure to immediate supervisor along with information on how, where, when, and
what occurred
3. seek emergency medical examination
If a patient reports acute nausea during blood collection, what are the steps to resolution?
1. stop the procedure
2. apply a cold washcloth or towel on the forehead of the patient
3. if nausea persists, provide emesis basin or trash bin
What are the signs and symptoms of shock? cold clammy skin
blurry vision
rapid but weak pulse
How do you respond to a patient going into shock? 1. call for help
2. remain with patient
3. put patient into shock position (lying flat with legs elevated 1ft)
, 4. keep patient warm
5. loose any tight clothing
How do you deal with excessive bleeding? 1. apply pressure
2. call for assistance
3. elevate the extremity above the heart
What do you do if petechiae appear during a draw? 1. Do not stop the draw
2. apply adequate pressure after the procedure to prevent excessive bleeding
What is the proper order to remove PPE after finishing a blood draw in an isolation room?
Gloves
Goggle
Gown
Mask
Why should a technicians name *not* be listed on a sharps injury log? To maintain
confidentiality
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What four components must sharps containers have according to the National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health? - Functionality: leak- and puncture resistant,
appropriately sized, have a secure closure
- Accessiblity: upright, easy to operator, within reach, below eye level, located away from
obstructive areas or near doors or sinks
- Visibility: fill level and biohazard symbol clearly visible
- Accommodation: require minimal training, easy operation, safe and durable mounting system
If an accidental exposure to blood occurs, what are the three steps to resolution? 1. flush
and clean the area, likely with iodine or soap and water
2A. report the exposure to immediate supervisor
2B. report information on how, where, when, and what equipment was involved in the incident
2C. log this information
3. seek emergency medical examination
,If accidental splash of body fluid or contaminated materials enters the eyes, nose or mouth, what
are the steps to resolution? 1. flush the areas with large amounts of water. An eye wash
station is preferred.
2. report the exposure to immediate supervisor along with information on how, where, when, and
what occurred
3. seek emergency medical examination
If a patient reports acute nausea during blood collection, what are the steps to resolution?
1. stop the procedure
2. apply a cold washcloth or towel on the forehead of the patient
3. if nausea persists, provide emesis basin or trash bin
What are the signs and symptoms of shock? cold clammy skin
blurry vision
rapid but weak pulse
How do you respond to a patient going into shock? 1. call for help
2. remain with patient
3. put patient into shock position (lying flat with legs elevated 1ft)
, 4. keep patient warm
5. loose any tight clothing
How do you deal with excessive bleeding? 1. apply pressure
2. call for assistance
3. elevate the extremity above the heart
What do you do if petechiae appear during a draw? 1. Do not stop the draw
2. apply adequate pressure after the procedure to prevent excessive bleeding
What is the proper order to remove PPE after finishing a blood draw in an isolation room?
Gloves
Goggle
Gown
Mask
Why should a technicians name *not* be listed on a sharps injury log? To maintain
confidentiality
