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Which of the following is the best indication that a patient might be at risk of syncope? -
correct answer. Paleness and Sweating
Why is it important for a phlebotomist to invert anticoagulant tubes? - correct answer.
To ensure proper mixing of blood and additive
Which of the following protects a patient's information? - correct answer. HIPAA
With of the following needle sizes is NOT used for laboratory assays but for collection of
donor units of blood? - correct answer. 18-gauge
How many minutes within collection of a urine sample should the phlebotomist take the
temperature of the specimen? - correct answer. within 4 minutes
Quality control checklists ensure machines are inspected for compliance at time
intervals specific to the equipment and - correct answer. Clinical application
Which of the following actions will most likely prevent a needle stick injury? - correct
answer. Replacing sharps containers when they have reached their fill line
Which of the following pieces of information need to be on a laboratory requisition form
before a phlebotomist should proceed with obtaining a blood speciment - correct
answer. A specimen identification code
A patient is listening to a phlebotomist explain the venipuncture process before initiating
the blood draw. The patient communicates their understanding but seems hesitant and
confused. How should the phlebotomist handle the situation? - correct answer. The
phlebotomist should find another way to phrase the explanation and invite the patient to
ask any clarifying questions
The additive in a Pink Top Tube used in blood banking is which of the following? -
correct answer. Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA)
, If a patient verbally or physically refuses a venipuncture procedure, the phlebotomist
should do which of the following? - correct answer. The phlebotomist should
immediately report the refusal and actions taken to their supervisor
What is the recommended allowance for a total volume of blood drawn from a patient
within a 24 hour period? - correct answer. 1% - 5%
Which of the following is the proper way a. phlebotomist should dispose of a needle? -
correct answer. The phlebotomist should put it into a sharps container, SAFETY
CAPPED, after withdrawing it from the patient's arm
When drawing blood from a patient who has a contagious pathogen, like COVID-19,
which PPE provides the best protection for a phlebotomist? - correct answer.
Surgical Mask
How should Vitamin B6 be transported in order to protect its photosensitive nature? -
correct answer. It should be transported in an amber or brown-colored biohazard bag
Before asking permission to obtain a specimen from a patient, a phlebotomist should: -
correct answer. The phlebotomist should introduce themselves to the patient and
any healthcare team members in the room
What is an ICD-10 Code? - correct answer. ICD-10 codes classify diagnoses and
diseases
If a patient expresses that they often faint when getting their blood drawn, a
phlebotomist should do which of the following? - correct answer. The phlebotomist
should perform the blood draw while the patient lies down
How many inversions of a Lavender Top Tube should be done before placing it in the
specimen collection tray? - correct answer. 8 to 10 times
Which step of the blood draw should be done right before removing the needle from a
patient's arm? - correct answer. Getting a bandage ready for the patient
A phlebotomist witnesses a nurse receive a major electric shock from an instrument and
immediately calls 911. What action should the phlebotomist have taken before calling
911? - correct answer. The phlebotomist should have first shut off the instrument to
cut off the source of the shock
The type of microorganism that causes disease is which of the following? - correct
answer. Pathogenic
Which interfacility conditions would require a phlebotomist to transport specimens in a
closed container with icepacks? - correct answer. If it hot weather