Fundamental Guide of Phlebotomy-NHCO Questions and Answers

Fundamental Guide of Phlebotomy-
NHCO

Phlebotomy (venipuncture) means... - answer drawing or removing blood from the
circulatory system through a incision or puncture to obtain a sample for analysis and
diagnosis.

What else can phlebotomists draw blood for other than diagnosis and analysis? -
answer Transfusions, donations, and research

CLSI (Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute) - answer Develops voluntary standards
and guidelines for the laboratory

The phlebotomist is a member of a service that requires to possess what? - answer
Quality Assurance
Certification
Licensure
Professionalism
Bedside Manner, Care and Attitude

What characteristics does a phlebotomist have when interacting with patients? -
answerHonesty
Professional Appearance
Empathy and Compassion
Integrity
Interpersonal Skills

HIPAA confidentiality - answerHealth care professionals have a duty and responsibility
to keep personal medical information confidential.

What is considered safeguarded information under HIPPA and/or PHI? -
answerTreatments
Results
Medications
Procedures
Appointment times
Appointment dates

What are the examples of illegal and unethical behavior? - answerNegligence
Assault
Battery
Slander