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AES Phlebotomy Test Questions With
Correct Answers
Why is it important to wipe the puncture site with alcohol beforehand? - answer✔it kills
microorganisms and minimizes risk of infection
Where should sharps be disposed of? - answer✔in a puncture-proof biohazard waste container
What are bloodborne pathogens? - answer✔Disease-causing microorganisms found in the blood
Give examples of bloodborne pathegens. - answer✔HIV, HBV, HCV
Which type pf phlebotomy involve collecting small amounts of capillary blood? - answer✔Skin
puncture
Whats the difference between skin puncture and venipuncture? - answer✔SP: collecting a couple
drops of blood from capillaries VP: collecting one or more tubes of blood from a vein
Which type of phlebotomy involves collecting small amounts of capillary blood? - answer✔skin
puncture
When using a lancet for a finger stick, in which direction should the blade run in relation to the
fingerprint? - answer✔Across the grain of the fingerprint