PermucosalA report of lab results is required to have which of the following info?Date of specimen collectionA phlebotomist is preparing a blood smear slide, what should they do before transporting it?Allow the smear to dry
The CLSI recommends a heel lancet's penetration to be less than 2mm to prevent what?Bone penetrationWhich of the following blood components is needed for hemostasis to take place?LeukocytesWhich of the following is the correct location to anchor a vein before performing a venipuncture?3-4 inches above the puncture siteWhich of the following lancet positions should a phlebotomist use for a capillary blood collection?Perpendicular to the fingerprint groovesWhen prepping a blood smear, which of the following should a phlebotomist use to ensure the best test results?Venous blood from a sodium citrate tubeIf no vein is apparent upon first inspection, which of the following should the phlebotomy tech do before reapplying the tourniquet?Have the patient rest their arm in a downward positionA phlebotomist is processing a urine specimen in the lab. Which of the following should the phlebotomist don?Surgical glovesA phlebotomist should identify that a blood spot collection for inborn errors of metabolism requires what?The specimen must be completely dried before the test can be processedA phlebotomist is preparing to collect blood from a patient with needle phobia, what should they do?Instruct the patient to lay supine during the procedureA phlebotomist has duplicate orders for a patient, how should the order be verified?Call the provider to confirm the test requisition for the patientA phlebotomist is scheduled to perform a venipuncture on a child who isn't able to provide identification, how should they identify the child?Identification by the patient's nurseAfter cleaning the collection site with an antiseptic agent, the phlebotomist should do what?Allow the site to air dryWhich of the following info is a phlebotomist required to document during urine collection for the Department of Transportation for drug testing?Temperature of urine collectedWhile performing donor phlebotomy for a blood bank, the phlebotomist should use a16-18g needleWhich of the following is a phlebotomist required to document on a CBC specimen label?Patient's ID numberA phlebotomist is instruction a patient on how to collect a stool specimen, what advice should they give?Avoid urine contact with specimenA phlebotomist is preparing to collect a capillary blood specimen from a patient using the aseptic technique. What cleaning agent should the phlebotomist use?70% isopropyl alcoholA phlebotomist is preparing to draw blood from a patient for therapeutic drug monitoring, which of the following should the phlebotomist ask?When was your last dose of lithium?When performing a test for PKU, the specimen should be processed using which of the following?Filter paperWhich of the following techniques of needle insertion into the anticubital space is in accordance to venipuncture guidelines?With the bevel facing up at an angle of 15-30 degrees
Which of the following color tube tops will the phlebotomist need to perform an A1C, CBC, hepatic panel, and a comprehensive metabolic panel?Gold and lavenderA phlebotomist is preparing to perform venipuncture on a patient who had a right-sided masectomy, which is the correct site to draw from?Left antecubitalWhen preparing to explain a procedure to the patient, what should a phlebotomist do?Plan to use empathyA phlebotomist is preparing to obtain an inpatient specimen from a patient, what's the proper place to place the tourniquet?Over the patient's gown sleeveWhich of the following actions should a phlebotomist take after collecting blood into a serum separation tube?Invert the tube 5-8 timesWhich of the following pairs of blood tests is appropriate for a fasting specimen?Glucose and triglyceridesWhich of the following refers to the process of cleaning up a blood specimen spill on a counter?DisinfectionWhich of the following anticoagulants is found in a lavender-topped tube?EDTAA phlebotomist is required to use the sharps container to dispose of what?LencetsA phlebotomist should instruct a patient to take which of the following actions when providing a sputum sample?Take a deep breath and then expectorateA large spill has occurred in the lab involving blood, what should you do?Apply a liquid thickening agent on top of the spillWhich of the following types of bleeding should a phlebotomist notify a nurse about?ArterialA phlebotomist should administer CPR to whom?A patient who is pulselessA phlebotomist is obtaining a venipuncture specimen and has decided to use the vein on the outer edge of the arm, what is this vein called?CephalicWhich of the following actions should a phlebotomist take for a patient who has had a double mastectomy?Contact the ordering provider and obtain permission to draw from either arm
A phlebotomist has to draw blood from a patient who is in critical condition, what type of consent is this?ImpliedWhich of the following governing bodies mandates the use of safety feature on needles and the immediate disposal as one unit in a biohazard container after use?CLIAWhich of the following processes occurs after a venipuncture to control the bleeding?HemostasisWhich of the following methods provides for the most secure and reliable delivery of lab results?Electronic reportsAn adult patient gives implied consent when which of the following occurs?When the patient offers their arm to the phlebotomistWhich of the following pieces of info is a phlebotomist required to include on the label of a tube?Phlebotomist's initialsA phlebotomist should identify that which of the following OTC products can affect a liver function panel?AcetometophinFollowing collection of the last specimen collection tube, which of the following should take place next?Disengage the tube from the collection setWhich of the following best exemplifies diversity awareness in the workplace?Acknowledging a patient's beliefs and customsA phlebotomist should recognize that proper hand hygiene can result in what?A decrease in the incidence of healthcare related infectionsAfter centrifuging, a green top tube yields a specimen ofPlasmaA phlebotomist has entered incorrect info in a patient's paper chart, what should they do?Strike a line through the error and initialWhich of the following actions is required right after a phlebotomist experiences an accidental needlestick injury when drawing blood from a patient who has HIV?Report the exposure to the supervisorA phlebotomist should identify which of the following as the best site for phenylketonuria collection on an infant?The medial or lateral areas of the heelWhich of the following actions should a phlebotomy tech take when a patient has a seizure during a blood draw?Move the patient to the floorWhich of the following is an appropriate technique for specimen collection?Performing a finger stick on a toddler patientA phlebotomist is obtaining a blood specimen from a patient who is suspected of having a mycobacterium tuberculosis infection, what is required to don?N95 respiratorWhich of the following practices should a phlebotomist follow to help monitor the volumes of blood collected from pediatric patients?Maintain an updated log of blood collected from patientsUtilizing tubes that have expired may result in which of the following?Loss of vacuumA phlebotomist is working with an admin assistant to schedule an appointment for a postprandial glucose test. At what time should the phlebotomist ensure this patient's appointment is scheduled?2 hr after eating a mealHow many times should an EDTA tube be inverted after blood collection?8 to 10 timesA phlebotomist is preparing to draw blood from an infant, to calculate the blood volume that can be drawn what info must they have?Weight
When performing a dermal puncture on patients 1+ where should they do it?Middle fingerWhich of the following actions should a phlebotomist take next for an adult capillary puncture after puncturing the site?Wipe away the first drop of bloodWhich of the following info is required for proper outpatient identification?Patient's name and date of birthAn 8 year old arrives to the lab for blood work, which of the following is required for venipuncture requisitions?Guardian's name and date of birthWhich of the following forms commonly accompanies a toxicology drug screen for legal purposes?Chain of custodyAccording to the CLSI order of draw guidelines, which of the following should be collected first?CulturesA blood glucose meter was checked during the previous morning for errors. At which of the following times should the quality control of the meter be checked?Before useWhich of the following methods of reporting results by a clinical laboratory abides by the recommended standards by the Joint Commission?A faxed report from the clinical lab technician to the physicianFasting specimens are preferred for which of the following tests?CholesterolAfter collecting a bilirubin test, which of the following steps must be taken postvenipuncture to ensure an accurate result?Specimen should be kept away from direct lightAseptic techniques are followed by phlebotomists during phlebotomy procedures for which of the following reasons?To decrease the risk of infection to patients and phlebotomistsWhich of the following action should I phlebotomy technician take when reporting laboratory results?After verifying a patient's identity, a phlebotomy technician sees that the patient's laboratory results are ready. Which of the following actions should the technician take? Inform the patient to contact the ordering provider to obtain the results.
Which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take when performing a venipuncture using an evacuated tube?Which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take when performing a venipuncture using an evacuated tube system? The technician should position the needle in the same direction as the vein and at a 30 degree angle with the bevel up.
What action should the phlebotomist take?Phlebotomy CPT Exam. Which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take to verify the quality?Which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take to verify the quality of venipuncture supplies before beginning a blood draw on an adult patient? Inspect the integrity of the needle's seal. A phlebotomy technician is verifying a patient's identity before performing a venipuncture procedure.
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