MEDCA Phlebotomy Exam Study
Guide with Complete Solutions
A 16 gauge needle is larger than a 24 gauge needle because.. - ANSWER-The smallest
number denotes the largest gauge needle.
A blood cell counts requires whole blood collected in a... - ANSWER-Purple-topped
tube.
A chemical substance that prevents the heart from clogging is called an... - ANSWER-
Anticoagulant
A person who has too little hemoglobin or a decreased number of red blood cells is
known to be - ANSWER-Anemic
A specifically labeled puncture-resistant container for the disposal of needles, scalpels
and syringes is known as the. . - ANSWER-Sharps container
After a finger stick is performed what should the phlebotomist do first. - ANSWER-Wipe
away the first drop of blood with a gauze.
Approximately how many liters of blood does the body contain? - ANSWER-
Approximately 5 liters of blood
Bar codes in phlebotomy applications are not used to denote..... - ANSWER-Patient arm
preference
Before performing a venipuncture, a clean pair of gloves should be put on the presence
of the patient because it is a reassuring - ANSWER-Safety concious gesture for both
the worker and the patient.
Color coding of needles indicates.. - ANSWER-Gauge
During a skin puncture procedure, the cut should be across the - ANSWER-Fingerprint
lines.
During a venipuncture procedure the needle should always be inserted with the... -
ANSWER-Bevel side up
During a venipuncture what is the best angle for inserting the needle into the skin? -
ANSWER-15 to 30 degrees
During a venipuncture, when does the phlebotomist release the tourniquet? - ANSWER-
After the needle is inserted and the blood starts to flow.
Guide with Complete Solutions
A 16 gauge needle is larger than a 24 gauge needle because.. - ANSWER-The smallest
number denotes the largest gauge needle.
A blood cell counts requires whole blood collected in a... - ANSWER-Purple-topped
tube.
A chemical substance that prevents the heart from clogging is called an... - ANSWER-
Anticoagulant
A person who has too little hemoglobin or a decreased number of red blood cells is
known to be - ANSWER-Anemic
A specifically labeled puncture-resistant container for the disposal of needles, scalpels
and syringes is known as the. . - ANSWER-Sharps container
After a finger stick is performed what should the phlebotomist do first. - ANSWER-Wipe
away the first drop of blood with a gauze.
Approximately how many liters of blood does the body contain? - ANSWER-
Approximately 5 liters of blood
Bar codes in phlebotomy applications are not used to denote..... - ANSWER-Patient arm
preference
Before performing a venipuncture, a clean pair of gloves should be put on the presence
of the patient because it is a reassuring - ANSWER-Safety concious gesture for both
the worker and the patient.
Color coding of needles indicates.. - ANSWER-Gauge
During a skin puncture procedure, the cut should be across the - ANSWER-Fingerprint
lines.
During a venipuncture procedure the needle should always be inserted with the... -
ANSWER-Bevel side up
During a venipuncture what is the best angle for inserting the needle into the skin? -
ANSWER-15 to 30 degrees
During a venipuncture, when does the phlebotomist release the tourniquet? - ANSWER-
After the needle is inserted and the blood starts to flow.
