RPT practice test (AMT certification) questions with correct answers

The process by which complex substances are broken down into simple substances is called Correct Answer-Catabolism When a patient develops syncope during a venipuncture, the phlebotomist should first: Correct Answer-remove the tourniquet and needle and then call for help. Which substance has a higher concentration in capillary blood than in venous blood? Correct Answer-Glucose is normally higher in capillary blood compared to venous blood and Potassium, Calcium and Total Protein are normally lower If a patient is critical or an antibiotic needs to be given right away, and two blood culture sets are collected Correct Answer-When more than one set of blood cultures are ordered to be collected at the same time, the second set should be obtained from a separately prepared site on the opposite arm if possible When performing a capillary blood collection, the first blood drop is wiped away because Correct Answer-the first drop typically has more tissue fluid Why is it necessary to wipe the first drop of blood away when performing a capillary procedure? Correct Answer-to eliminate excess tissue fluid;To reduce interstitial fluid contamination The color-coded tube that is most frequently associated with coagulation tests is Correct Answer-light blue How far above the venipuncture site should the tourniquet be wrapped around the arm? Correct Answer-3 to 4 inches