Phlebotomy NHA Practice Test/ 110 Q&A/ Already
Graded A+.
Which indicates the proper order of draw?
A) Lavender, Green, Gray
B) Gray, Green, Lavender
C) Green, Gray, Lavender
D) Green, Lavender, Gray - Answer: D) Green, Lavender, Gray
The order of draw for a capillary collection is different than venipuncture because of?
A) The risk of hemoconcentration
B) An increased rate of coagulation
C) The smaller size of samples
D) Additive cross contamination - Answer: B) An increased rate of coagulation (lavender)
A Phlebotomist is preparing to perform a hand draw. Which of the following should the
phlebotomist assemble?
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,A) ETS Needle and transfer
B) Winged infusion set and adapter
C) Syringe and vacutainer
D) Lancet and microtainer - Answer: B) Winged infusion set and adapter
A patient comes in to find out his test results. The phlebotomist notices the results are ready
and verifies the patient's identity. Which of the following actions is most appropriate?
A) Have the lab manager discuss the results with the patient
B) Have the nurse interpret the result for the patient
C) Obtain a signed authorization from the patient and explain the results in a private exam room
D) Inform the patient to contact the ordering physician to get the results. - Answer: D) Inform
the patient to contact the ordering physician to get the results
During a venipuncture, the patient reports a sharp pain radiating down the arm. Which of the
following actions should the phlebotomist take?
A) Release the tourniquet and remove the needle
B) Pull back on the needle and continue procedure
C) Reposition the patient and change the needle gauge
D) Continue to draw and monitor the patient's pain. - Answer: A) Release the tourniquet and
remove the needle
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,A blood specimen was rejected by the lab with the abbreviation QNS. Why was the specimen
rejected?
A) The specimen was insufficient
B) The specimen was exposed to light
C) The specimen was chilled
D) The specimen was not properly mixed - Answer: A) The specimen was insufficient
Which of the following is the best method to prevent internal or external bleeding from the
venipuncture site after the needle is removed?
A) Apply pressure to prevent leakage of blood into the tissues
B) Have the patient bend the arm at the elbow to reduce bleeding
C) Apply a hot pack to the site if swelling or discoloration occurs
D)Apply a cotton ball to the site - Answer: A) Apply pressure to prevent leakage of blood into
the tissues
When collecting a routine blood sample, which of the following vessels should you attempt to
draw from first?
A) Median Cubital
B) Ulnar
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, C) Distal cephalic
D) Radial - Answer: A) Median Cubital
A diabetic patient states she prefers to be drawn on the inside of her wrist. Which of the
following actions should the phlebotomist do?
A) Draw from the inside of the patient's wrist
B) Warm the ventral side of the hand to enhance vein location prior to draw
C) Perform a draw on her foot
D) Attempt to draw from the antecubital region - Answer: D) Attempt to draw from the
antecubital region
Which of the following provides the phlebotomist the best protection when drawing blood from
a patient with active TB?
A) Double gloves
B) N-95 respirator
C) Surgical mask
D) Shoe covers - Answer: B) N-95 respirator
According to CLSI order of draw guidelines, which of the following samples should the
phlebotomist collect first?
A) Coagulation
B) Blood culture
C) Electrolytes
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Graded A+.
Which indicates the proper order of draw?
A) Lavender, Green, Gray
B) Gray, Green, Lavender
C) Green, Gray, Lavender
D) Green, Lavender, Gray - Answer: D) Green, Lavender, Gray
The order of draw for a capillary collection is different than venipuncture because of?
A) The risk of hemoconcentration
B) An increased rate of coagulation
C) The smaller size of samples
D) Additive cross contamination - Answer: B) An increased rate of coagulation (lavender)
A Phlebotomist is preparing to perform a hand draw. Which of the following should the
phlebotomist assemble?
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,A) ETS Needle and transfer
B) Winged infusion set and adapter
C) Syringe and vacutainer
D) Lancet and microtainer - Answer: B) Winged infusion set and adapter
A patient comes in to find out his test results. The phlebotomist notices the results are ready
and verifies the patient's identity. Which of the following actions is most appropriate?
A) Have the lab manager discuss the results with the patient
B) Have the nurse interpret the result for the patient
C) Obtain a signed authorization from the patient and explain the results in a private exam room
D) Inform the patient to contact the ordering physician to get the results. - Answer: D) Inform
the patient to contact the ordering physician to get the results
During a venipuncture, the patient reports a sharp pain radiating down the arm. Which of the
following actions should the phlebotomist take?
A) Release the tourniquet and remove the needle
B) Pull back on the needle and continue procedure
C) Reposition the patient and change the needle gauge
D) Continue to draw and monitor the patient's pain. - Answer: A) Release the tourniquet and
remove the needle
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,A blood specimen was rejected by the lab with the abbreviation QNS. Why was the specimen
rejected?
A) The specimen was insufficient
B) The specimen was exposed to light
C) The specimen was chilled
D) The specimen was not properly mixed - Answer: A) The specimen was insufficient
Which of the following is the best method to prevent internal or external bleeding from the
venipuncture site after the needle is removed?
A) Apply pressure to prevent leakage of blood into the tissues
B) Have the patient bend the arm at the elbow to reduce bleeding
C) Apply a hot pack to the site if swelling or discoloration occurs
D)Apply a cotton ball to the site - Answer: A) Apply pressure to prevent leakage of blood into
the tissues
When collecting a routine blood sample, which of the following vessels should you attempt to
draw from first?
A) Median Cubital
B) Ulnar
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, C) Distal cephalic
D) Radial - Answer: A) Median Cubital
A diabetic patient states she prefers to be drawn on the inside of her wrist. Which of the
following actions should the phlebotomist do?
A) Draw from the inside of the patient's wrist
B) Warm the ventral side of the hand to enhance vein location prior to draw
C) Perform a draw on her foot
D) Attempt to draw from the antecubital region - Answer: D) Attempt to draw from the
antecubital region
Which of the following provides the phlebotomist the best protection when drawing blood from
a patient with active TB?
A) Double gloves
B) N-95 respirator
C) Surgical mask
D) Shoe covers - Answer: B) N-95 respirator
According to CLSI order of draw guidelines, which of the following samples should the
phlebotomist collect first?
A) Coagulation
B) Blood culture
C) Electrolytes
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