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Fibrinogen - ANS-This is a soluble protein that is present in blood plasma (Essential to
blood clotting)
Ethics - ANS-A code of values and principles that a phlebotomist should live by to hold
themselves to the highest standards.
Standard of Care - ANS-An outline of conduct that a phlebotomist in the same field
would abide by to ensure that any instance of malpractice would not occur.
informed consent - ANS-A show of acceptance by the patient to what the procedure is
and how you will be performing it.
Policy Manual - ANS-An institution's outline of policy that should include the Patient's
Bill of Rights as well as their definition of the Standard of Care.
Non-verbal consent - ANS-An unspoken show of acquiescence to your description of
the procedure and request to perform it.
Patient's Bill of Rights - ANS-An institution's promise to a patient that they will be treated
fairly and with respect, that they are guaranteed the highest level of care, they may
refuse treatment, and that their information will be kept private.
Malpractice - ANS-Any level of care that deviates from your institution's Standard of
Care and thereby causes harm to the patient.
Negligence - ANS-Any harm inflicted that could have been avoided based on skill and
knowledge.
Act of carelessness that results in injury.
Harm caused by poor disposal of equipment, if you know or should have known that an
action or inaction could cause an injury.
Direct Harm - ANS-Unintentional or intentional direct harm or injury to a patient.
Could include any damage done during venipuncture or a resulting nosocomial infection
from improper technique.
,Indirect Harm - ANS-Harm that inhibits a patient's quality of care or causes repeat
testing. Examples include mislabeling, misidentification, or even selecting the wrong
tubes for a test.
HIPAA - ANS-Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act enacted in 1996,
Passed in to law in 2003.
It's your job to assist in upholding this agreement between your institution and the
patient.
Professional conduct - ANS-Abiding by professional standards including but not limited
to appearance, demeanor, and accountability.
If a patient holds their hand out- is this considered consent? - ANS-Yes
Is a nod of approval considered consent? - ANS-Yes
Standard of care is put into place to keep you and the patient safe. - ANS-True
When and by who was the patients bill of rights written? - ANS-American Hospital
Association in 1976.
Examples of Malpractice include - ANS-Unintended damage caused by venipuncture.
Hitting a nerve, artery or causing extensive tissue damage beyond the expected.
OSHA - ANS-Occupational Safety and Health Administration; a federal government
agency that that holds companies of all kinds accountable.
OSHA Inspectors see to the safety of your workplace and ensure all employees are
meeting their standards.
OSHA fines/penalty - ANS-The fine is multiplied by the number of employees who could
have been harmed by that violation.
BBP (Blood Borne Pathogen) - ANS-Any disease causing pathogens carried through
the blood.
OPIM - ANS-other potential infectious material
PPE - ANS-Personal Protection Equipment
Exposure control plan should be reviewed and revised how often? - ANS-Each year
Regulations for safety are handed down by OSHA. The equipment used to meet these
standards are approved by who? - ANS-Federal Food and Drug Administration or FDA
, PPE must be - ANS-Clean, fit properly, create an appropriate barrier from the perceived
risk, and be easily accessible to the practitioner.
If PPE is ever contaminated what must you do? - ANS-The PPE must be sanitized or
disposed of immediately.
Non-Regulated waste - ANS-Any material that could in no way cause injury to you or
your patients.
Regulated waste - ANS-Any material that could carry a pathogen or biological waste.
Biohazard container are made of what? - ANS-Red heavy duty plastic
Sharps containers are normally.... - ANS-Red and have a one way lid (one way open)
What's the most common injury as a phlebotomist? - ANS-Inadvertent needle sticks
Exposure Control Plan - ANS-A plan a healthcare institution must create to ensure that
they meet OSHA regulations.
FDA, Food and Drug Administration - ANS-In relation to phlebotomy, the FDA is a
federal agency that regulates and approves personal protection equipment.
Biohazard container - ANS-A red plastic bag or container used to dispose of non-sharp
materials.
One drop of blood can contain up to how many infectious diseases? - ANS-60
How long can microorganisms live for within a single drop of blood? - ANS-Weeks
Who's job is it to prevent the spread of infection to both you and your patients? - ANS-
Phlebotomist
EPA - ANS-Environmental Protection Agency
Are disinfectants approved by the EPA? - ANS-Yes/True
Are disinfectants to be used as cleaning agents? - ANS-No- should be used on a clean
surface only
Nosocomial Infections are - ANS-infections acquired in a health care setting
The means of transmission is known as - ANS-Vectors
Pathogens can work their way out of a host through what? - ANS-Most bodily fluids-
urine, mucous, perspiration, vomit, (saliva, feces, semen).
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Fibrinogen - ANS-This is a soluble protein that is present in blood plasma (Essential to
blood clotting)
Ethics - ANS-A code of values and principles that a phlebotomist should live by to hold
themselves to the highest standards.
Standard of Care - ANS-An outline of conduct that a phlebotomist in the same field
would abide by to ensure that any instance of malpractice would not occur.
informed consent - ANS-A show of acceptance by the patient to what the procedure is
and how you will be performing it.
Policy Manual - ANS-An institution's outline of policy that should include the Patient's
Bill of Rights as well as their definition of the Standard of Care.
Non-verbal consent - ANS-An unspoken show of acquiescence to your description of
the procedure and request to perform it.
Patient's Bill of Rights - ANS-An institution's promise to a patient that they will be treated
fairly and with respect, that they are guaranteed the highest level of care, they may
refuse treatment, and that their information will be kept private.
Malpractice - ANS-Any level of care that deviates from your institution's Standard of
Care and thereby causes harm to the patient.
Negligence - ANS-Any harm inflicted that could have been avoided based on skill and
knowledge.
Act of carelessness that results in injury.
Harm caused by poor disposal of equipment, if you know or should have known that an
action or inaction could cause an injury.
Direct Harm - ANS-Unintentional or intentional direct harm or injury to a patient.
Could include any damage done during venipuncture or a resulting nosocomial infection
from improper technique.
,Indirect Harm - ANS-Harm that inhibits a patient's quality of care or causes repeat
testing. Examples include mislabeling, misidentification, or even selecting the wrong
tubes for a test.
HIPAA - ANS-Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act enacted in 1996,
Passed in to law in 2003.
It's your job to assist in upholding this agreement between your institution and the
patient.
Professional conduct - ANS-Abiding by professional standards including but not limited
to appearance, demeanor, and accountability.
If a patient holds their hand out- is this considered consent? - ANS-Yes
Is a nod of approval considered consent? - ANS-Yes
Standard of care is put into place to keep you and the patient safe. - ANS-True
When and by who was the patients bill of rights written? - ANS-American Hospital
Association in 1976.
Examples of Malpractice include - ANS-Unintended damage caused by venipuncture.
Hitting a nerve, artery or causing extensive tissue damage beyond the expected.
OSHA - ANS-Occupational Safety and Health Administration; a federal government
agency that that holds companies of all kinds accountable.
OSHA Inspectors see to the safety of your workplace and ensure all employees are
meeting their standards.
OSHA fines/penalty - ANS-The fine is multiplied by the number of employees who could
have been harmed by that violation.
BBP (Blood Borne Pathogen) - ANS-Any disease causing pathogens carried through
the blood.
OPIM - ANS-other potential infectious material
PPE - ANS-Personal Protection Equipment
Exposure control plan should be reviewed and revised how often? - ANS-Each year
Regulations for safety are handed down by OSHA. The equipment used to meet these
standards are approved by who? - ANS-Federal Food and Drug Administration or FDA
, PPE must be - ANS-Clean, fit properly, create an appropriate barrier from the perceived
risk, and be easily accessible to the practitioner.
If PPE is ever contaminated what must you do? - ANS-The PPE must be sanitized or
disposed of immediately.
Non-Regulated waste - ANS-Any material that could in no way cause injury to you or
your patients.
Regulated waste - ANS-Any material that could carry a pathogen or biological waste.
Biohazard container are made of what? - ANS-Red heavy duty plastic
Sharps containers are normally.... - ANS-Red and have a one way lid (one way open)
What's the most common injury as a phlebotomist? - ANS-Inadvertent needle sticks
Exposure Control Plan - ANS-A plan a healthcare institution must create to ensure that
they meet OSHA regulations.
FDA, Food and Drug Administration - ANS-In relation to phlebotomy, the FDA is a
federal agency that regulates and approves personal protection equipment.
Biohazard container - ANS-A red plastic bag or container used to dispose of non-sharp
materials.
One drop of blood can contain up to how many infectious diseases? - ANS-60
How long can microorganisms live for within a single drop of blood? - ANS-Weeks
Who's job is it to prevent the spread of infection to both you and your patients? - ANS-
Phlebotomist
EPA - ANS-Environmental Protection Agency
Are disinfectants approved by the EPA? - ANS-Yes/True
Are disinfectants to be used as cleaning agents? - ANS-No- should be used on a clean
surface only
Nosocomial Infections are - ANS-infections acquired in a health care setting
The means of transmission is known as - ANS-Vectors
Pathogens can work their way out of a host through what? - ANS-Most bodily fluids-
urine, mucous, perspiration, vomit, (saliva, feces, semen).
