AMCA Practice Test 1 questions and answers 2024

Whole blood mostly consist of ____________. - water Rationale - whole blood is composed of water, solutes, and cells. Whole blood is 55-60% plasma and 40-45% cells. Plasma is about 92% wate Which type of blood cells are responsible for gas exchange in circulating blood? - Red blood cells Rationale - Red blood cells (erythrocytes) transport oxygen and help transport Carbon Dioxide. Professional negligence is also called: - malpractice Which of the following is the most important for phlebotomists to keep in mind during their daily routine in medical settings? - Confidentiality Rationale - Patient confidentiality is the most important part of the health care industry. Which department performs chemical screening tests on urine specimens? - Urinanalysis Rationale - The urinalysis department performs chemical screening on urine specimens as part of a urinalysis test Which department monitors warfarin therapy? - coagulation Rationale - Warfarin is an anticoagulant and is monitored closely by the prothrombin time test which is performed in the coagulation department Which type of blood cell is responsible for defense and immunity? - WBC Rationale - Leukocytes (white blood cells) are responsible for defense and immunity The liquid portion of a blood specimen (without an anticoagulant) is called: - Serum What is the scrubbing of instruments with special brushes and detergents to remove blood, mucous, etc. called? - Sanitization Rationale - Sanitization is the scrubbing of instruments with special brushes and detergents to remove blood, mucous, etc ________________ involves a soaking or wiping process and inhibits the activity of disease-causing organisms. - Disinfection Rationale - Disinfecting is the process that destroys microorganisms What is the process used for supplies that will come in contact with internal body tissue or an open wound? It involves the use of heat (steam) and an autoclave. - Sterilization Rationale - Sterilization is the process that destroys microorganisms and includes either heat or cold water