AMCA Study Guide Questions with correct answers

If asked to draw a red, blue, blood culture and lavender, which is last? Correct Answer - Lavender What is the recommended disinfectant to clean up blood or other bodily fluid contamination? Correct Answer - Bleach (Sodium hypochlorite) Informed consent is required for? Correct Answer - Invasive Surgery and Biopsy What tests use a red top tube? Correct Answer - Blood pregnancy and hepatic panel Which vein is the routine choice for venipuncture? Correct Answer - Median cubital Tiger top is used for what test? Correct Answer - Thyroid panel After the needle is withdrawn, what is the next step? Correct Answer - Activate the safety feature Is it okay to use 70% isopropyl alcohol for cleansing a site when drawing blood for ethanol testing? Correct Answer - NO What is the 1st thing you do when an accidental needle stick occurs? Correct Answer - Wash the site for 30-60 seconds with soap and water When drawing from a person who has had a mastectomy, where is the appropriate place to draw? Correct Answer - Opposite side in the hand