AMCA Practice Test 1
________________ involves a soaking or wiping process and inhibits the activity of
disease-causing organisms. - ANS-Disinfection
Rationale - Disinfecting is the process that destroys microorganisms
A decrease in the plasma volume with an increased concentration of cells and larger molecules
is referred to as: - ANS-hemoconcentration
A fistula is - ANS-an artificial permanent surgical connection between an artery and vein
A hospitalized patient may not be identified by which of the following means? - ANS-Patient's
Chart
A laboratory report form should state that a specimen has been collected by capillary
puncture:Select one:
a. Because results can vary by specimen source
b. So other tests will be capillary collections
c. For equipment inventory control purposes
d. To satisfy liability insurance requirements - ANS-Because results can vary by specimen
source
A patient with a high degree of jaundice typically has - ANS-Yellow skin and sclera
A person who has recovered from a particular virus and has developed antibodies against that
virus is said to be: - ANS-immune
A phlebotomy needle that does not have a safety feature:Select one:
a. Must be used with a holder that has a safety feature
b. Should be removed from the holder before disposal
c. Cannot be used for any venipuncture procedure
d. Requires immediate recapping after venipuncture - ANS-The correct answer is: Must be used
with a holder that has a safety feature
A pre-filled syringe is also known as a (n): - ANS-Cartridge
Rationale - Pre-filled syringes contain a pre-measured amount of medication in a cartridge with
a needle attached
A process in which one party questions another under oath while a court reporter records every
word is a: - ANS-Deposition
A single order that is administered immediately and usually written for emergencies is known as:
- ANS-STAT order
A very busy phlebotomist misidentifies the patient when collecting a specimen for transfusion
preparation. The possible misdiagnosis of blood type could cause the patient's death. If the
phlebotomist's action results in injury, the wrongful act is called: - ANS-Negligence
Rationale - Negligence is "a violation of a duty to exercise reasonable skill and care in
performing a task"
, An example of a disease requiring droplet isolation is: - ANS-Pertussis
Rationale - Pertussis (whooping cough) is a respiratory disease transmitted by droplets. Scabies
requires contact precautions
An example of negligence is when the phlebotomist: - ANS-Fails to report significant changes in
a patient's condition
Blue - ANS-Additive used is sodium citrate. Additive prevents coagulation by binding
calcium.Commonly used for coagulation tests (PT, PTT, fibrinogen)
Chemistry Section - ANS-blood glucose levels, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, and chloride),
total protein, etc. Serum Separator Ttubes
Critical values (test values that are considered life threatening) are also called: - ANS-Panic
values
Deceitful practice or false portrayal of facts either by words or conduct is the definition of: -
ANS-Fraud
Deliver specimens to the laboratory appropriately - ANS-Generally, specimens should be
delivered to the lab within 45 minutes of collections; some specimens can be held for 24-48
hours
Diagnosis and treatment of diseases characterized by joint inflammation is part of which medical
specialty? - ANS-Rheumatology
Doffing PPE - ANS-gloves, goggles, gown, mask
Donning PPE - ANS-gown, mask, goggles, gloves
EDTA inhibits clotting of blood through its action of - ANS-Capturing Calcium
Ethics - ANS-is the knowledge of what is right conduct versus what is wrong conduct.
Forensic Samples - ANS-Specimens collected for the purpose of forensic or legal testing must
be stored in designated, locked containers prior to transport to the testing facility.
Gray - ANS-Commonly used for glucose tolerance and lactic acid measurement.
Green - ANS-Additive used is sodium heparin or lithium heparin, which is a natural
anticoagulant that inhibits thrombin. Commonly used for routine chemistry testing
Guides used to monitor all aspects of patient care are called: - ANS-QA Indicators
Rationale - QA indicators are specific markers that can measure quality, adequacy, accuracy,
timeliness and customer satisfaction
Hemoconcentration from prolonged tourniquet application increases:Select one:
a. Specimen hemolysis
b. Blood plasma volume
c. pH and oxygen levels
d. Non-filterable analytes - ANS-Non-filterable analytes
Rationale - Hemoconcentration is a condition in which plasma and small, filterable components
of the blood pass through the walls of the blood vessels into the tissues decreasing blood
plasma volume and concentrating and therefore increasing nonfilterable or suspended blood
components such as red blood cells
Heparin prevents blood from clotting by: - ANS-inhibiting thrombin
________________ involves a soaking or wiping process and inhibits the activity of
disease-causing organisms. - ANS-Disinfection
Rationale - Disinfecting is the process that destroys microorganisms
A decrease in the plasma volume with an increased concentration of cells and larger molecules
is referred to as: - ANS-hemoconcentration
A fistula is - ANS-an artificial permanent surgical connection between an artery and vein
A hospitalized patient may not be identified by which of the following means? - ANS-Patient's
Chart
A laboratory report form should state that a specimen has been collected by capillary
puncture:Select one:
a. Because results can vary by specimen source
b. So other tests will be capillary collections
c. For equipment inventory control purposes
d. To satisfy liability insurance requirements - ANS-Because results can vary by specimen
source
A patient with a high degree of jaundice typically has - ANS-Yellow skin and sclera
A person who has recovered from a particular virus and has developed antibodies against that
virus is said to be: - ANS-immune
A phlebotomy needle that does not have a safety feature:Select one:
a. Must be used with a holder that has a safety feature
b. Should be removed from the holder before disposal
c. Cannot be used for any venipuncture procedure
d. Requires immediate recapping after venipuncture - ANS-The correct answer is: Must be used
with a holder that has a safety feature
A pre-filled syringe is also known as a (n): - ANS-Cartridge
Rationale - Pre-filled syringes contain a pre-measured amount of medication in a cartridge with
a needle attached
A process in which one party questions another under oath while a court reporter records every
word is a: - ANS-Deposition
A single order that is administered immediately and usually written for emergencies is known as:
- ANS-STAT order
A very busy phlebotomist misidentifies the patient when collecting a specimen for transfusion
preparation. The possible misdiagnosis of blood type could cause the patient's death. If the
phlebotomist's action results in injury, the wrongful act is called: - ANS-Negligence
Rationale - Negligence is "a violation of a duty to exercise reasonable skill and care in
performing a task"
, An example of a disease requiring droplet isolation is: - ANS-Pertussis
Rationale - Pertussis (whooping cough) is a respiratory disease transmitted by droplets. Scabies
requires contact precautions
An example of negligence is when the phlebotomist: - ANS-Fails to report significant changes in
a patient's condition
Blue - ANS-Additive used is sodium citrate. Additive prevents coagulation by binding
calcium.Commonly used for coagulation tests (PT, PTT, fibrinogen)
Chemistry Section - ANS-blood glucose levels, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, and chloride),
total protein, etc. Serum Separator Ttubes
Critical values (test values that are considered life threatening) are also called: - ANS-Panic
values
Deceitful practice or false portrayal of facts either by words or conduct is the definition of: -
ANS-Fraud
Deliver specimens to the laboratory appropriately - ANS-Generally, specimens should be
delivered to the lab within 45 minutes of collections; some specimens can be held for 24-48
hours
Diagnosis and treatment of diseases characterized by joint inflammation is part of which medical
specialty? - ANS-Rheumatology
Doffing PPE - ANS-gloves, goggles, gown, mask
Donning PPE - ANS-gown, mask, goggles, gloves
EDTA inhibits clotting of blood through its action of - ANS-Capturing Calcium
Ethics - ANS-is the knowledge of what is right conduct versus what is wrong conduct.
Forensic Samples - ANS-Specimens collected for the purpose of forensic or legal testing must
be stored in designated, locked containers prior to transport to the testing facility.
Gray - ANS-Commonly used for glucose tolerance and lactic acid measurement.
Green - ANS-Additive used is sodium heparin or lithium heparin, which is a natural
anticoagulant that inhibits thrombin. Commonly used for routine chemistry testing
Guides used to monitor all aspects of patient care are called: - ANS-QA Indicators
Rationale - QA indicators are specific markers that can measure quality, adequacy, accuracy,
timeliness and customer satisfaction
Hemoconcentration from prolonged tourniquet application increases:Select one:
a. Specimen hemolysis
b. Blood plasma volume
c. pH and oxygen levels
d. Non-filterable analytes - ANS-Non-filterable analytes
Rationale - Hemoconcentration is a condition in which plasma and small, filterable components
of the blood pass through the walls of the blood vessels into the tissues decreasing blood
plasma volume and concentrating and therefore increasing nonfilterable or suspended blood
components such as red blood cells
Heparin prevents blood from clotting by: - ANS-inhibiting thrombin
