AMCA Phlebotomy Practice Test 100
Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Which site is preferred for a heel stick in infants?
✔✔Lateral or medial plantar surface of the heel
How should a phlebotomist handle a patient with an arteriovenous fistula?
✔✔Avoid drawing from the arm with the fistula and use the opposite arm
What is the correct way to mix a blood culture bottle after collection?
✔✔Invert gently 8–10 times
Why is it important to check for latex allergies before using gloves?
✔✔To prevent allergic reactions
Which type of sample is preferred for coagulation testing?
✔✔Plasma collected in a light blue-top tube
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,What is the first action if a patient experiences a seizure during blood draw?
✔✔Remove needle, clear area of objects, and protect patient from injury
Why should phlebotomists always wear gloves when drawing blood?
✔✔To prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens
What is the proper method to label pediatric specimens collected by heel stick?
✔✔Include patient name, date of birth, date and time, collector initials, and “heel stick” notation
Which type of blood sample is required for arterial blood gas (ABG) testing?
✔✔Arterial blood
Why should phlebotomists avoid drawing from the same site repeatedly within a short period?
✔✔It increases the risk of hematoma and vein collapse
Which type of tube contains a clot activator and serum separator gel?
✔✔SST (gold/red-gray marbled-top) tube
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, Why should a patient’s hand or arm be kept still during venipuncture?
✔✔To prevent needle movement, pain, and hematoma formation
How should a phlebotomist handle a specimen that needs to be transported on ice?
✔✔Place in ice slurry or refrigerated container immediately
Which type of patient specimen requires protection from light during transport?
✔✔Bilirubin or vitamin-sensitive specimens
What is the proper technique for cleaning a venipuncture site after blood draw if bleeding
occurs?
✔✔Apply sterile gauze and pressure until bleeding stops
Why is it important to check previous lab results before drawing blood?
✔✔To compare results and identify trends or abnormalities
What is the first step a phlebotomist should take before performing a venipuncture?
✔✔Verify patient identity and explain the procedure
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Questions and Answers | Latest
Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Which site is preferred for a heel stick in infants?
✔✔Lateral or medial plantar surface of the heel
How should a phlebotomist handle a patient with an arteriovenous fistula?
✔✔Avoid drawing from the arm with the fistula and use the opposite arm
What is the correct way to mix a blood culture bottle after collection?
✔✔Invert gently 8–10 times
Why is it important to check for latex allergies before using gloves?
✔✔To prevent allergic reactions
Which type of sample is preferred for coagulation testing?
✔✔Plasma collected in a light blue-top tube
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,What is the first action if a patient experiences a seizure during blood draw?
✔✔Remove needle, clear area of objects, and protect patient from injury
Why should phlebotomists always wear gloves when drawing blood?
✔✔To prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens
What is the proper method to label pediatric specimens collected by heel stick?
✔✔Include patient name, date of birth, date and time, collector initials, and “heel stick” notation
Which type of blood sample is required for arterial blood gas (ABG) testing?
✔✔Arterial blood
Why should phlebotomists avoid drawing from the same site repeatedly within a short period?
✔✔It increases the risk of hematoma and vein collapse
Which type of tube contains a clot activator and serum separator gel?
✔✔SST (gold/red-gray marbled-top) tube
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, Why should a patient’s hand or arm be kept still during venipuncture?
✔✔To prevent needle movement, pain, and hematoma formation
How should a phlebotomist handle a specimen that needs to be transported on ice?
✔✔Place in ice slurry or refrigerated container immediately
Which type of patient specimen requires protection from light during transport?
✔✔Bilirubin or vitamin-sensitive specimens
What is the proper technique for cleaning a venipuncture site after blood draw if bleeding
occurs?
✔✔Apply sterile gauze and pressure until bleeding stops
Why is it important to check previous lab results before drawing blood?
✔✔To compare results and identify trends or abnormalities
What is the first step a phlebotomist should take before performing a venipuncture?
✔✔Verify patient identity and explain the procedure
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