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| when performing a capillary draw collection, which of the following steps should the phlebotomist take after selecting the site? |
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| cleanse the site with antiseptic. |
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| A phlebotomist is preparing to draw blood from an infant. To calculate the blood volume that can be drawn, which of the following types of patient information must the phlebotomist have? |
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| According to CLSI, the standard depth of a dermal puncture for an infant is? |
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| When a phlebotomy technician is introducing themselves after entering the room, which of the following tones of voice should atechnician use? |
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| Which of the following is common complication when a needle is too small? |
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| Which of the following forms commonly accompanies a toxicology drug screen for legal purpose? |
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| A phlebotomist should identify which of the following as the best site for phenylketonuria collection of an infant? |
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Definition
| The medial and lateral areas of the heel. |
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| Which of the following is an appropriate choice for cleaning a surface contaminated with blood or bodily fluids? |
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| When should the phlebotomist label the collection tubes? |
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| Immediately after collection. |
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| A phlebotomist is preparing to obtain an inpatient specimen from a patient. Which of the following locations is the proper place for the phlebotomist to place the tourniquet? |
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Definition
| over the patient's gown sleeve. |
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| A phlebotomist is asked to verify the temperature of a urine specimen for chain of custody procedure. Which of the following temperatures of an acceptable measurement for this specimen? |
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| Which of the following is the minimum required number of unique patient identifiers a phlebotomist should use prior to a blood draw? |
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| Which of the following is the first step a phlebotomist should take to prevent the spread of infection? |
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Definition
| washing hands with antimicrobial soap and water. |
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| A phlebotomist should report a critical value for point-of-care testing to which of the following? |
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| Which of the following actions by a phlebotomist can be the source of a preanalytical error when collecting a blood specimen? |
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| A phlebotomist collects an evacuated tube sample with an outdated tube. Which of the following might result from using this tube? |
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| If a phlebotomist's hands are visibly soiled with blood or body fluids, which of the following decontamination agents should the phlebotmist use to clean them? |
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| Which of the following methods should a phlebotomist use to invert tubes to prevent clotting? |
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| Moving the tubes in a figure-eight motion 4 to 8 times after collection. |
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| To qualify for blood donation, a patient must have a minimum level of 12.5g/dL for which of the following? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following instructions should a phlebotomist provide to a patient before performing a blood draw? |
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Definition
| Contact the provider for the test results. |
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| Drawing a patient blood without consent can result in a charge of |
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| A new medical office and an old medical office are merging and combining all medical equipment into one office. Which of the following blood glucose monitors will need to have a quality control measurement daily? |
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| All blood glucose monitors in use. |
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| A patient scheduled for a 3-hour glucose tolerance test at an outpatient laboratory. After verifying the patient's identity, which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? |
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| Confirm the patient fasted for the proper length of time. |
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When should a phlebotomist remove the tourniquet when using the syringe method
for venipuncture? |
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Definition
| As soon as starts flowing into the syringe. |
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| Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take first after removing the needle from a patient's arm? |
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Definition
| Activate the needle safety device. |
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Which of the following methods of reporting results by a clinical laboratory
abides by the recommended standards set by the Joint Commision? |
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Definition
| A faxed report from the clinical laboratory technician to the physician. |
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| Which of the following needles should the phlebotomist use for a venipuncture using a winged infusion set and a 5mL syringe? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist should avoid using a site with burned skin during venipuncture for which of the following reasons? |
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Definition
| Increased risk of infection. |
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| A patient suspected of having a severe medication reaction goes into shock. Which of the following first aid measures should the phlebotomist take? |
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Definition
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| When performing a blood smear, which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take to ensure a quality result? |
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Definition
| Hold the slides at 30degrees to each other when performing the smear. |
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Which of the following is
used to stabilize a patient's arm during a venipuncture? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following demonstrates an accurate collection and inversion situation? |
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| Draw a yellow tube and invert it 8 times. |
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| The phlebotomist is instructing a patient on how to collect a C&S stool specimen. Which of the following is a correct part of the explanation? |
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Definition
| "Avoid urinating in the stool specimen collection container." |
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| A phlebotomist is preparing to collect a blood specimen from a patient who has self-reported needle phobia. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take ? |
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Definition
| Instruct the patient to lie supine during the procedure. |
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| Which of the following is an appropriate action by the phlebotomist when performing a fingertip capillary puncture? |
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Definition
| Puncture perpendicular to the gain of the fingerprint. |
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| A phlebotomist experiences a needlestick injury and discusses the event with the patient's partner without the patient's permission. The phlebotomist is now in violation of which of the following? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take when collecting a specimen for a newborn screening? |
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Definition
| wipe away the first drop of blood. |
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| A phlebotomist has inadvertently squeezed a patient's puncture site firmly during a capillary procedure. Which of the following complications could result from this action? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is preparing to perform venipuncture on a patient who had a right-sided mastectomy. Which of the following is the correct site to perform the collection? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is explaining the venipuncture procedure to a patient who is seated. In which of the following positions should the phlebotomist instruct the patient to place there arm? |
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Definition
| Distal portion of the arm in a downward position. |
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| Which of the following needles should a phlebotomist use for collecting units of blood for donation? |
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Definition
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The results from which of the following tests
are an example of point of care testing? |
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Definition
| An elevated blood glucose test |
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| While preparing to collect a blood specimen for a prothrombin time, which of the following collection tubes should the phlebotomist use? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following actions is appropriate for when transporting a specimen for AB analysis? |
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Definition
| placing the specimen in ice. |
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Term
| Which of the following sites is appropriate to prepare for dermal specimen collection on a toddler? |
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Definition
| Nondominant third finger. |
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Term
| There has been a chemical spill in the laboratory. To which of the following should a phlebotomist refer for directions to clean up the spill? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following processes occurs after a venipuncture to control the bleeding? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following must a phlebotomist perform to demonstrate proficiency in aseptic technique? |
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Definition
| proper disposal of contaminated materials. |
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| a PHLEBOTOMIST should identify that which of the following is an example of why a collection tube would lose its vacuum? |
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Definition
| The expiration date has passed. |
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| Which of the following pieces of information on a requisition form is critical to patient identification? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following is the correct angle of insertion when performing venipuncture using the evacuated tube method? |
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Definition
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Term
| When drawing blood on a preschooler, the phlebotomist should |
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Definition
| Explain the procedure to the parent and child. |
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Term
| A patient is on contact isolation precautions. What PPE, other than the standard gloves, would be required? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which of the following best exemplifies diversity awareness in the workplace? |
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Definition
| Acknowledging patient's beliefs and customs |
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| A phlebotomist should instruct the patient to take which of the following actions when providing asputum specimen? |
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Definition
| Take a deep breath and then expectorate. |
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Term
| of the following is essential when performing quality control for CLIA-waived testing? |
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Definition
| Verifying date of expiration. |
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| A patient informs the phlebotomist they have experienced syncope in their past venipuncture draws. Which of the following body positions should the phlebotomist place the patient in? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following samples should a phlebotomist present to the laboratory first for processing? |
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Definition
| A stat potassium level from a patient in the emergency room. |
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| A phlebotomist is performing a venipuncture when a patient begins to lose consciousness. The phlebotomist should recognize that the patient is experiencing which of the following conditions? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following specimens should a phlebotomist place in an ice slurry if there is a delay for processing? |
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Definition
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| If a phlebotomist receives an accidental needlestick, which of the following actions should be taken first? |
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Definition
| Wash the area with soap and water. |
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| A phlebotomist is concerned about contracting HIV during venipuncture. Which of the following pre3cautions should the phlebotomist take prior to venipuncture? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is instructing a patient who has a suspected UTI about urine sample collection. The phlebotomist should instruct the patient to |
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Definition
| collect the sample midstream. |
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Term
| Which of the following tube additives promotes clot information? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is drawing a capillary blood specimen on a 2-month-old infant. Which of the following techniques should the phlebotomist use to avoid hemolysis of the specimen? |
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Definition
| Warm the heel prior puncture. |
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| A phlebotomist is scheduled to perform a venipuncture on a child who is unable to provide identification. Which of the following information should the phlebotomist use to identify the child? |
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Definition
| Identification by the patient's nurse. |
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| A large spill occurred in a laboratory involving venous blood. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? |
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Definition
| Apply a liquid thickening agent on top spill. |
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| Which of the following is types of tests is a phlebotomist allowed to perform according to CLIA regulations? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which of the following tests is performed to identity bacteremia? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following information must a phlebotomist include on the label of a venipuncture specimen? |
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Definition
| Time of the venipuncture. |
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Term
| Which of the following actions by a phlebotomist exhibits proper handling while transporting a CBC? |
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Definition
| Keeping the specimen at room temperature. |
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Term
| A phlebotomist inserts a needle into a patient's vein and observes no blood flow onto the tube. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take first? |
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Definition
| Pull needle back slightly. |
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Term
| Which of the following veins is located laterally on the arm? |
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Definition
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Term
| A phlebotomist should administer CPR to which of the following patients? |
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Definition
| A patient who is pulseless. |
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| Which of the following is the vein of choice fora venipuncture procedure? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is preparing to collect a blood specimen from a patient who has active Mycobacterium Tuberculosis. Which of the following precautions should the phlebotomist follow? |
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Definition
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Term
| To prevent iatrogenic anemia, it is necessary to |
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Definition
| Document every time in a patient's chart that blood is taken. |
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Term
| In which of the following locations should a phlebotomist directly dispose of a contaminated microscope slide? |
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Definition
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Term
| When performing a blood draw, which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take next after confirming the ordered tests on the requisition slip? |
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Definition
| Perform hand hygiene and don glove. |
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Term
| Which of the following information should a phlebotomist document during a glucose tolerance test? |
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Definition
| Time the glucose load was completed. |
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Term
| A phlebotomist should identity that a blood spot collection for inborn errors of metabolism requires which for the following? |
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Definition
| The specimen must be completely dried before the test can be processed. |
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Term
| A phlebotomist reports a stat result a provider by verbal report. The phlebotomist should follow this with documentation that contains which of the following? |
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Definition
| Name of the provider contacted. |
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Term
| Which of the following means of receiving an order for specimen collections considered to be the most accurate method? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is preparing to perform a venipuncture. Which of the following needle positions should the phlebotomist use? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which of the following actions by a phlebotomist is a HIPAA violation? |
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Definition
| Providing the laboratory results to the insurance company. |
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Term
| Which of the following is an appropriate technique when preparing a site for venipuncture after applying antiseptic? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is anchoring the vein prior to a venipuncture. Which of the following distances from the phlebotomist use? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist should explain to a male patient that which of the following fluids is used for fertility testing? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is collecting a postaccident/injury blood sample from Department of Transportation employee, which of the following forms should the phlebotomist complete to comply with federal guidelines? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following organizations regulates laboratory chemical hazards and exposure? |
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Definition
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| After anchoring the vein, which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take next? |
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Definition
| draw a yellow tube invert 8 times |
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Term
| A phlebotomist has entered incorrect information in a patient's paper chart after a venipuncture procedure. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take to correct the error? |
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Definition
| Strike a line through the error and initial. |
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Term
| A phlebotomist has duplicate orders for a patient. How should the order be verified? |
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Definition
| Call the provider to confirm the test requisition for the patient. |
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Term
| A phlebotomist is processing a urine specimen in the laboratory. Which of the following personal protective equipment is required to maintain safety regulations in the laboratory? |
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Definition
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Term
| An adult patient gives implied consent to a phlebotomy when which of the following occurs? |
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Definition
| When the patient offers their arm out to the phlebotomist. |
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Term
| Which of the following should a phlebotomist anticipate for a patient who has been taking Warfarin? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following describes the process of obtaining implied consent for venipuncture? |
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| The phlebotomist explains the procedure, the patient nods and tells the phlebotomist the procedure is understood and that there are no questions. |
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Term
| Which of the following criteria is acceptable in determining the quality of a peripheral blood smear? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following methods provides for the most secure and reliable delivery of laboratory results? |
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Definition
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| Which of the following meets recommended handling requirements for a blood specimen that is to be collected and tested for the presence of bilirubin? |
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Definition
| Protect the collected specimen from sources of bright light. |
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Term
| Which of the following complications can result from messaging, probing fist pumping, and prolonged tourniquet application? |
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Definition
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| A phlebotomist is performing a venipuncture on a patient who is allergic to alcohol. Which of the following is an appropriate antiseptic to use in place of the alcohol? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which of the following specimens has a phlebotomist appropriately prepared for transport? |
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Definition
| A green-top for ammonia testing that is being shipped in an icy water mixture. |
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Term
| The provider requests a stat chemistry panel. Which of the following tubes should the phlebotomist use to draw the specimen? |
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Definition
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Term
| A emergency department provider orders a venipuncture on a unidentified and unconscious patient. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take when labeling the blood specimen? |
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Definition
| Place the temporary ID number assigned to the patient on the specimen. |
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Term
| A laboratory is scheduled for a routine annual inspection with the primary focus on equipment maintenance logs. Which of the following areas will be the focus of the inspection? |
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Definition
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Term
| Which of the following blood collection methods uses interchangeable collection tubes that allows a phlebotomist to draw several blood specimens at once? |
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Definition
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Term
| Anchoring the selected vein for a venipuncture using a winged infusion set serves which of the following purposes? |
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Definition
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Term
| A phlebotomist is required to use the sharps container to dispose of which of the following items after performing a capillary collection? |
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Definition
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Term
| Aseptic techniques are followed by phlebotomist during phlebotomy procedures for which of the following reasons? |
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Definition
| To decrease the risk of infection to patients and phlebotomists |
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Term
| A NIOSH-certified N95 or higher-level mask should be worn when entering what type of isolation room? |
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Definition
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Term
| When labeling a non-blood specimen, why is it important to place the label on the container itself and not the lid? |
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Definition
| Once the lid is removed in the lab, the specimen is unlabeled. |
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Term
| Which of the following pairs of blood tests is appropriate for a fasting specimen? |
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Definition
| Glucose and triglycerides acrocerids. |
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Term
| Which of the following causes hemolysis? |
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Definition
| Vigorously inverting the collection of tubes. |
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Term
| Which of the following specimens requires a chain of custody from? |
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Definition
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Term
| A phlebotomist finds a patient who is unresponsive and no breathing. In which of the following positions should the phlebotomist place the patient before initiating CPR? |
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Definition
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Term
| A phlebotomist is obtaining a blood specimen from a patient who is suspected of having a Mycobacterium Tuberculosis infection. Which of the following pieces of equipment is required? |
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Definition
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Term
| A phlebotomist enters a patient's room and observes the patient to be motionless and cyanotic. Which of the actions should the phlebotomist take first? |
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Definition
| Ask the patient if they are okay in a loud voice. |
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Term
| A phlebotomist is scheduled to perform venipuncture on a patient who had a right-sided mastectomy and has a cast on the left arm. The phlebotomist should receive approval to use the right arm for a venipuncture procedure from which of the following people? |
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| Which of the following terms is used to describe hard and cord-like veins? |
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