NHA Phlebotomy Exam| 111 QUESTIONS| WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

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