Module 6: Processing Exam Questions With Complete
Solutions
A female patient is being referred to a reproductive specialist.
Which of the following blood tests would a phlebotomy
technician release to the referring personnel? Correct Answer
FSH and LH are hormone-related tests that are required for
reproductive testing on a female patient
A phlebotomist I working with the clinical team to incorporate
an automated carrier system into the facilities newly renovated
laboratory. Which of the following actions must be taken to
avoid hemolysis of blood samples? Correct Answer
Automated carrier systems must have minimal vibration or
shock to prevent hemolysis of blood samples. Shock-absorbant
padding and separating tubes form one another can help prevent
this.
A phlebotomist is following handling and processing guidelines
for a forensic specimen. Which of the following is a possible
reason for this mandate for forensic specimen testing? Correct
Answer Forensic specimens include vaginal swabs after rape,
blood and body fluids from crime scenes, and specimens
obtained during autopsies.
A phlebotomist is performing point-of-care testing to monitor
blood coagulation values. This testing is likely to involve which
of the following tests? Correct Answer Blood coagulation
monitoring involves measuring clotting times (PT and INR) to
manage bleeding and clotting disorders
, A phlebotomist is preparing a blood specimen for a bilirubin
test. Which of the following special handling requirements is
necessary for this specimen? Correct Answer Blood samples
for bilirubin levels require protection from light, which the
phlebotomist can achieve by wrapping the blood tube in foil.
A phlebotomist is preparing to mail laboratory specimens to a
reference laboratory. Which of the following information must
be listed on the labels of the individual specimens? Correct
Answer When labeling the individual specimens, including the
patients full name and date of birth, and date of collection, and
source and type of specimen. Additional information (insurance
numbers, test) should be on the laboratory requisition or order
form.
A phlebotomy technician calls a medical assistant to inquire
about a laboratory requisition. Which of the following
information is required on a laboratory requisition? Correct
Answer The technician should identify that the patient
identification number is required on a laboratory requisition to
verify the patients identity
A phlebotomy technician has just received several blood test
results from different patients. Which of the following results
should the technician distribute first? Correct Answer Stat
CBC drawn in surgery. Stat results carry the highest priority and
the technician should report these results first
A phlebotomy technician has received a urine drug test
specimen with a thermometer reading of 29.4 degrees C (85
degrees F). Which of the following actions should the technician
Solutions
A female patient is being referred to a reproductive specialist.
Which of the following blood tests would a phlebotomy
technician release to the referring personnel? Correct Answer
FSH and LH are hormone-related tests that are required for
reproductive testing on a female patient
A phlebotomist I working with the clinical team to incorporate
an automated carrier system into the facilities newly renovated
laboratory. Which of the following actions must be taken to
avoid hemolysis of blood samples? Correct Answer
Automated carrier systems must have minimal vibration or
shock to prevent hemolysis of blood samples. Shock-absorbant
padding and separating tubes form one another can help prevent
this.
A phlebotomist is following handling and processing guidelines
for a forensic specimen. Which of the following is a possible
reason for this mandate for forensic specimen testing? Correct
Answer Forensic specimens include vaginal swabs after rape,
blood and body fluids from crime scenes, and specimens
obtained during autopsies.
A phlebotomist is performing point-of-care testing to monitor
blood coagulation values. This testing is likely to involve which
of the following tests? Correct Answer Blood coagulation
monitoring involves measuring clotting times (PT and INR) to
manage bleeding and clotting disorders
, A phlebotomist is preparing a blood specimen for a bilirubin
test. Which of the following special handling requirements is
necessary for this specimen? Correct Answer Blood samples
for bilirubin levels require protection from light, which the
phlebotomist can achieve by wrapping the blood tube in foil.
A phlebotomist is preparing to mail laboratory specimens to a
reference laboratory. Which of the following information must
be listed on the labels of the individual specimens? Correct
Answer When labeling the individual specimens, including the
patients full name and date of birth, and date of collection, and
source and type of specimen. Additional information (insurance
numbers, test) should be on the laboratory requisition or order
form.
A phlebotomy technician calls a medical assistant to inquire
about a laboratory requisition. Which of the following
information is required on a laboratory requisition? Correct
Answer The technician should identify that the patient
identification number is required on a laboratory requisition to
verify the patients identity
A phlebotomy technician has just received several blood test
results from different patients. Which of the following results
should the technician distribute first? Correct Answer Stat
CBC drawn in surgery. Stat results carry the highest priority and
the technician should report these results first
A phlebotomy technician has received a urine drug test
specimen with a thermometer reading of 29.4 degrees C (85
degrees F). Which of the following actions should the technician
