NHA CPT Exam Study Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

NHA CPT Exam Study Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified A phlebotomy technician must identify a patient at the bedside. Which two identifiers should be confirmed? Full name and date of birth A specimen for potassium is delayed in processing. What is the likely effect on results? Potassium will falsely increase A patient begins to faint during venipuncture. What is the first action? Remove the tourniquet and needle immediately A hemolyzed specimen is most often caused by what technique error? Using too small of a needle or excessive force A patient asks why tubes must be inverted. What is the correct explanation? To mix the blood with the additive and prevent clotting issues 2 A stat lactate test requires which immediate action after collection? Place the specimen on ice A newborn heel stick is performed incorrectly if the puncture is made where? At the center of the heel A phlebotomist draws above the IV site. What is the error? Blood should be drawn below the IV, not above A lavender tube was only half-filled. What will this cause? Incorrect EDTA-to-blood ratio A phlebotomist must collect a test sensitive to light. What should be done? Wrap the tube in foil immediately A patient reports a latex allergy. What must the technician do? Use non-latex tourniquets and gloves 3 A capillary puncture is chosen instead of venipuncture for what main reason? Small sample volume needed or fragile veins A blood culture site must be cleaned with what type of antiseptic? Chlorhexidine or iodine A patient refuses a blood draw. What is the correct action? Respect refusal and notify the provider A tube for coagulation must be filled to what requirement? Completely full A phlebotomist notices a hematoma forming. What must they do? Stop the draw and apply pressure A bilirubin test from an infant requires what special handling? Protect the specimen from light 4 A glucose tolerance test requires the patient to do what between draws? Remain seated and avoid eating or drinking A specimen was collected but has clots in a lavender tube. What was the error? Insufficient mixing after collection A blood smear must be made within what time after collection? Within 1 hour A heel stick requires warming the site for what purpose? Increase blood flow