Exam (elaborations) Phlebotomy Certification

A phlebotomist should remove the tourniquet : A. Immediately after needle insertion B. As soon as blood begins C. After two tubes are filled D. After all tubes are collected B. As soon as blood flow begins what does the term "postprandial" mean? A. After meals B. Before meals C. Before bedtime D. After exercise A. after meals A new phlebotomist has attempted venipuncture twice on a patient but was in successful both times . What could she have done differently to improve her chances of a successful draw? A. Immediately try a third stick in the same location B. Ask another phlebotomist for assistance or consider alternative sites C. Reapply the tourniquet more tightly to force the vein rise D. Ask the patient to drink water immediately before another attempt B. Ask another phlebotomist for assistance or consider alternative sites Which PPE is always required when performing venipuncture with HIV? A. Gown B. Gloves and gown C. Gloves only D. Face shield C. Gloves only Which specimen should be kept on ice during transport? A. Bilirubin B. Ammonia C. Potassium D. Hemoglobin A1C B. Ammonia Which test requires protection from light? A. CBC B. Glucose C. PT/IRN D. Bilirubin D. Bilirubin What is the first thing as phlebotomist should do when approaching a patient? A. Put on gloved B. Wash hands C. Identify the patient D. Assemble supplies C. Identify the patient What is the best angle for needle insertion during venipuncture? A. 15°- 30° B. 5°- 10° C. 45° - 60° D. 60° - 90° A. 15° - 30° Why are two sets of blood cultures collected from two different sites? A. To reduce the cost of testing B. To make the patient more comfortable C. To ensure faster lab processing D. To confirm infection and rule out contamination D. to confirm infection and rule out contamination 7/23/25, 1:58 AM Phlebotomy Certification Practice Test 1/18 When collecting a capillary sample, what is the preferred site for an adult? A. Earlobe B. Thumb C Index finger D. Middle of ring finger D. Middle or ring finger What is the most common site for venipuncture ? A. radial artery B. Brachial vein C. median cubital vein D. Femoral vein C. median cubital vein Which additive is found in a lavender top tube? A. Sodium citrate B. EDTA C. Heparin D. Fluoride B. EDTA Which is the correct order of draw for vacutainer tubes ? A. Red, light blue, green, lavender, gray B. Light blue, red, green, lavender, gray C. Light blue, red, lavender, green, gray D. Red, green, light blue, gray, lavender B. Light blue, red, green, lavender, gray 7/23/25, 1:58 AM Phlebotomy Certification Practice Test 2/18 Which of the following is used to clean a site before drawing blood cultures? A. Isopropyl alcohol B. Hydrogen peroxide C. Chlorhexidine D. Soa and water C. Chlorhexidine Why is it important to follow the correct order of draw during venipuncture? A. To speed up the process of collection B. To ensure patient comfort C. To use fewer supplies D. To avoid cross- contamination between different tube additives D. To avoid cross-contamination between different additives 7/23/25, 1:58 AM Phlebotomy Certification Practice Test 3/18 A patient has an IV Heparin in the right arm. The patient has an AV Fistula in the left arm - which means it cannot be used for lab draws. You are asked to draw a PT and PTT. What is the best course of action? A. Draw the sample above the heparin IV line B. Draw the sample from the same arm but far from the IV site C. Draw the sample from the left arm D. Consult the nurse of provider before drawing blood from the arm with the IV Heparin D. Consult the nurse or provider before drawing blood from the arm with the IV Heparin When performing a heel stick on an infant, the site should be: A. The center of the heel B. The arch of the foot C. The lateral or medial heel D. The big toes C. the lateral or medial heel 7/23/25, 1:58 AM Phlebotomy Certification Practice Test 4/18 The purpose of inversion after collecting blood in tubes with additives is to: A. Increase oxygen B. Prevent clotting or mix properly C. reduce hemolysis D. Decrease glucose levels B. Prevent clotting or mix properly which tube should be drawn first when using butterfly and collecting a light blue tube? A. Discard tube B. Red C. Lavender D. Green A. Discard tube Which condition requires the use of contact precautions? A. Tuberculosis B. C. difficile C. Influenza D. Chickenpox B. C. difficile What is the ideal time frame between collecting the first and second set of blood cultures? A. Immediately one after the other B. At least 24 hours apart C. 10-15 minutes apart or based on provider order D. One in the morning, one in the evening C. 10-15 mins apart or based on provider order 7/23/25, 1:58 AM Phlebotomy Certification Practice Test 5/18 What does the term "anemia" mean? A. Excess white blood cells B. Low hemoglobin C. Low platelets. D. High cholesterol B. Low hemoglobin What is the main purpose of using a centrifuge in the laboratory? A. To sterilize blood samples B. To measure blood pressure C. To warm blood samples D. To separate components of blood D. To separate components of blood A short draw in a light blue tube can result in: A. Hemolysis B. Elevated glucose C. Clotted Sample D. Incorrect coagulation results D. Incorrect coagulation result Which blood component is responsible for clotting? A. Plasma B. Platelets C. Red blood cells D. White blood cells B. 7/23/25, 1:58 AM Phlebotomy Certification Practice Test 6/18 After completing a venipuncture, what should the phlebotomist do with the used needle? A. Recap the needle and place it in a sharps container B. Place the needle directly in the sharps container without recapping C. leave the needle in the tray for biohazard pickup D. Dispose of it in a regular trash if no blood is visible B. Place the needle directly in the sharps without recapping 7/23/25, 1:58 AM Phlebotomy Certification Practice Test 7/18 If a hematoma begins to form, you should: A. Continue drawing B. Apply a band aid C. Stop the draw and apply pressure D. Ignore it C. Stop the draw and apply pressure which instruction should be given to a patient preparing for a fasting blood glucose test? A. Do not eat or drink anything except water for 8-12 hours B. Eat normally before the test C. Avoid water and food for 24 hours D. Drink orange juice an hour before the test A. Do not eat or drink anything except water for 8-12 hours What is the function of the pulmonary vein? A. Carry oxygenated blood from lungs to heart B. Carry deoxygenated blood from blood body to lungs C. Carry blood to the liver D. Carry blood to the brain A. Carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart