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Which of the following is NOT a phlebotomists duty? A- Collecting Blood Specimens B- Performing laboratory computer operations C- Starting intravenous (IV) lines D- Transporting specimens to the laboratory - C- Starting Intravenous (IV) lines A national organization that sets standards for phlebotomy procedures is the? A- ASCP B- NAACLS C- NCA D- CLSI - D- CLSI Which type of contact in

Whole blood consists of - Mostly water 92% Blood cells responsible for gas exchange - RBC Professional negligence - Malpractice Most important thing to keep in mind during our daily routine as phlebotomist - Confidentiality Which department performs chemical screening tests on urine specimen - Urinalysis Which department monitors warfarin(blood thinner/anticoagulant) therapy - Coagulation Blood cell responsible for immunity and defense - WBC

A blood test that requires testing for aluminum would be placed in what tube? - Royal Blue Tube Top What is the recommended disinfectant for blood and other bodily fluids? - Sodium Hypochlorite Invasive surgery procedures require what? - Informed Consent What tube would be used to collect blood for a pregnancy test? - Red Tube Top What is the best vein to draw from in the antecubital area? - Median Cubital Vein Which tube would be used for a Thyroid Panel; Tiger Top, Lavender, Light Green, ...

When a phlebotomist observes actions or suspects child abuse, what should be the next step to take? - advise supervisor privately The principle reason for requiring feedback when communicating with patients is to determine weather they ______________. - have understood what is being said Implied consent for a venipuncture on an adult requires _____________. - the patient extends their arm to you How should the phlebotomist dispose of a needle after drawing blood from a patient? - close saf...

Brenda is the new risk manager at Telecom Company. She did a preliminary analysis to identify organizational risks. Brenda then scheduled a meeting of the organization's leaders, key employees, and other stakeholders. Brenda asked her assistant, Brian, to moderate the session since he is skilled in risk identification, and he is a skilled communicator as well. Brian encouraged brainstorming, and asked follow-up questions. After the session, Brenda and her risk management colleagues had a mu...

A risk map showing a large difference between inherent and residual risk indicates which one of the following? A. The risk is within the organization's risk appetite B. The current risk treatment is ineffective C. The current risk treatment is effective D. The risk does not need to be treated - C Lucas, a risk professional for Jones Incorporated, recently met with experts from the utility industry to discuss the potential loss of supply and risks to the infrastructure. Lucas must now dec...

Ethylene Oxide gas kills microorganisms by a process called - Alkylation What is the process where a chromium oxide layer is placed on a surgical instrument - Passivation What are the dark black Craters on a stainless steel instrument called - Pitting What is the enzyme that breaks down fatty deposits like bone marrow and adipose tissue? - Lipase What lubricant is recommended for use on surgical instruments? - Water-based What can be used to remove severe stains on stainless steel instrumen...

Which of the following is a major cause of AER failures? - Using incorrect connectors Which agency requires that eyewash stations be available for emergency use? - OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard requires that SDS's (Safety Data Sheet) must be available for? - All chemicals used in the department How often should cleaning and sterilization instructions be requested from device manufacturers? - Each time the item is purchased Acc...

Why is it important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set? A. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry B. It came help with storage C. Easier to carry D. None of the above - A. Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry Which of the following best describe the overall role of the CB/SPD A. To help Nurse prepare for patients B. To provide dependable service to enhance patient care C. Specialized portable devices D. None of the above - B. To provide...

Why is it Important to evenly distribute large instruments in a set? - Extra condensation will make the set more difficult to dry. Which of the following best describes the overall role of the CS/SPD? - To provide dependable service to enhance patient care. Which of the following government agencies regulates environmental disinfectants? - EPA The function of a ratchet can be checked by? - Closing the ratchet on the first click, then tapping the handle on the worktable. During cycle count...

A broken glass suction bottle is returned to Decontamination. Which of the following should the technician do? - Place it in an appropriate rigid container Safety Data Sheets (SDS) provide health and safety hazard and risk information on which of the following? - Chemical Which of the following generally describes the correct sequence for traffic workflow in areas in which medical devices are processed? - Decontamination, Assembly, Packaging, Sterilization, Sterile Storage The MAJOR reason...

What should the sterilizer access area pressure be? - Negative w/10 air exchanges per hour What two steps are involved in decontamination? - 1. Manual and/or automated mechanical cleaning 2. application of a thermal or chemical disinfection process Define Cleaning... - The removal of contamination from an item to the extent necessary for further processing or for the intended use. nosocomial infections are well documented and caused by... - poor or ineffective decontamination of instrume...

How does carbamazepine work? - Works by decreasing nerve impulses that cause seizures and pain How often should carbamazepine lab values be monitored? What labs? - CBC q 3-4 months What anti-seizure med auto induces metabolism? - Carbamazepine What medication decreases the production of RBCs, WBCs, and platelets? - Carbamazepine What is carbamazepine half-life? - Single dose: 30 hours Multiple dose: 15 hours What is a great risk of seizure potential while taking anti-seizure medications? -...

Carbamazepine (Tegretol) can sometimes show subtherapeutic range due to what? - Carbamazepine auto-induces metabolism, leading to lower levels despite good compliance What are the black box warnings for Carbamazepine? - Dermatologic reactions 1. Steven's Johnson 2. Toxic epidermal necrolysis What lab test should be ordered for patients on Carbamazepine? - CBC every 3-4 months because it can cause decreased WBC, decreased platelets, and trouble with RBC What kind of teaching needs to be...

What factors are associated with clinical judgment when prescribing medications? - Prescribing a drug is based on a thorough assessment of the patient and the patient's environment. The determination of potential medical and nursing diagnoses, a review of the potential alternative therapies, specific knowledge about the drug chosen, and the disease process it is going to treat, known as patient centered care. The best therapy is usually the least invasive, least expensive, and the least li...

How does hypoalbuminemia affect the process of prescribing? - Low albumin = more free drug (bc the drug can't bind to albumin aka protein) = increased adverse effects What is a Black Box Warning: - is considered a contraindication to administer that drug. What is the drugs half-life? - Half-life specifically means the amount of time it takes for an administered drug to be halfway cleared from the system. Peak of action: - the time between drug administration and maximum concentration of dr...

(T/F) Gasoline vapors are lighter than air - False: Gas vapors are 3-4 times HEAVIER than air Overfill Protection notifies the operator when tank is at what level capacity? - If equipped it will notify audibly and visually when the tank reaches 90% Capacity. Cathodic protection systems must be inspected by a certified cathodic protection tester within______ months of installation - 6 months Annual Monitor Certification records must be maintained on site for a period of________ years - 3 ye...

How long does an owner have to fix a significant violation that does not pose an imminent threat to human health and safety or environment before being issued a red tag? a) 24 hours b) 48 hours c) 7 days d) 30 days - c) 7 days; CCR 2717.1(b) Which one of the following can perform ELD? a) licensed tank tester b) licensed state contractor c) ICC certified service technician d) Professional Engineer - a) licensed tank tester; CCR2644.1 and 2643(f); HSC 25484.4 Which one contains the requ...

July 1 2005, service techs shall possess or work under someone who has a current certification indicating he or she has passed the ? - California UST service technician exam ICC cert must be renewed every? - 24 months Service techs must posses or be employed by a person who has the appropriate contractors license unless? - The individual has a Tank testing license Service tech is defined by any individual who? - Test UST monitoring equipment Trouble shoots UST systems Installs UST monitor...

Which type of exercises should the elderly/cardiac patients not take part in? - Isometric/isotonic exercises due to vagal response When giving diuretics, which electrolyte do you supplement due to the smallest margin of error? - potassium Which system controls stress on the body, or the Fight or Flight instinct? - parasympathetic system stress on the body/mind - negative emotions, insomnia, alertness stress causes: pupils - dilate stress causes: GI - mouth is dry, dec. peristalsis, dec. a...