Phlebotomy Exam with Correct Solutions Latest Update

Phlebotomy Exam with Correct Solutions Latest Update What is the most important step in performing a venipuncture? - Answer -identify the patient What is the proper response to a patient asking which test is being giving? - Answer -Test the Dr. ordered What must be done if there is an error on the patients armband? - Answer -Do not draw blood have it corrected What should the phlebotomist ask the patient if an FBS is ordered? - Answer -Have you had anything to drink within the past 8-10 hrs.? What does NPO stand for? - Answer -non per os'' Nothing by mouth When should hands be washed? - Answer -Before and after putting on gloves what is the best way to prevent the spread of infection/germs? - Answer -Hand washing What is an example of a venous reaction? - Answer -Thrombophlebitis When performing a venipuncture, the arm should be - Answer -elevated and even with the heart When palpating a vein before the venipuncture, the Phlebotomist should check - Answer -depth, bounce, and size= all the above What purpose does the tourniquet serve? - Answer -Dams up blood Where is the antecubital fossa located? - Answer -Bend of arm(elbow) What is the most important thing when an incident occurs? - Answer -Document all things A bruise is an example of - Answer -Hematoma What is edema? - Answer -Body tissue that contains excess tissue fluid What can happen if probing blindly? - Answer -You can strike a nerve How should the venipuncture site be cleaned? - Answer -Concentric motion The phlebotomist should never do what to the patients arm after the venipuncture as it will cause hematoma? - Answer -Bend it How should collection tubes be labled? - Answer -Name, date,