NCCT Phlebotomy Exam with Questions and Answers

NCCT Phlebotomy Exam with Questions and Answers 1. Which of the following steps is completed first in performing venipuncture? A. apply the tourniquet B. cleanse site with an alcohol wipe C. identify the patient D. arrange tubes in order of draw ANSWER identify the patient To prevent error and maintain a culture of safety, at least 2 identifiers (ex. full name and date of birth) must be verified prior to performing a procedure. 2. Which of the following should be avoided as a form of patient identification? A. insurance number B. social security number C. date of birth D. full name ANSWER insurance number An insurance number is not a common means of positive patient identification (entire families can share the same insurance policy number). Patients must be positively identified for medical services, whether they have insurance or not. Insurance information is necessary for billing purposes. The only true unique identifier listed among these choices is the social security number. Patient name and date of birth are also commonly used to confirm identification.