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From textbook Phlebotomy Technician Specialist #2

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dendrite   nerve cell process that carries nervous impulses toward the cell body  
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deoxygenated   state of having oxygen removed from a compound or tissue  
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depolarization   a reversal of charges at a cell membrane; an electrical change in an excitable cell in which the inside becomes positive in relation to the outside; opposite of polarization  
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dermis   the true skin; lying immed. beneath the epidermis  
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diaphoretic   producing perspiration; sweating  
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accreditation   The process by which an institution (school) voluntarily completes an extensive self-study in preparation for a review visit by an association.  
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The history of phlebotomy began around   the Stone Age  
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The first authentically recorded blood transfusion occurred in   the 17th century  
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Paying particular attention to handwashing is an example of what personal characteristic?   integrity  
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Handling an inquisitive patient requires   diplomacy, empathy, compassion, honesty  
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The "scope of practice" refers to   working within the limits of one’s training  
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A moral obligation to determine the difference between right and wrong is   ethics  
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An accreditation agency for hospitals and nursing homes is the   Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations  
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Employment opportunities for phlebotomists include   POL's (physicals office lab), hospitals, govt. laboratories, long term care facilities  
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This occurs when one state recognizes the licensure granted to a person by another state.   reciprocity  
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PPO's   Preferred Provider Organizations  
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POL's   Physician Office Laboratories  
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HMO's   Health Maintenance Organizations  
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Independent reference labs   Govt. labs where Phlebotomist can find employment  
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The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act was enacted by Congress in   1988  
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CBC   Complete Blood count  
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5 Q framework   a checklist for health care professionals that focuses on 1) quality planning; 2) quality laboratory practices; 3) quality control of processes; 4) monitoring performance/quality assessment; and 5) quality improvement when problems occur.  
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ABO blood group system   one of several systems for classifying human blood, based on the antigens present on the surface membranes of the red blood cell.  
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acid-citrate-dextrose (ACD)   an anti-coagulant  
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acidosis   a serious condition occurring when the blood pH decreases to less than 7.35.  
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acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)   a series of infections and disorders that occur as a result of infection by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes the immune system to break down.  
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activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT)   a coagulation test used to test the extrinsic coagulation system.  
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active listening   listening sufficiently to ensure that the message conveyed is understood and can be repeated by the listener. Nodding, leaning forward. Not sympathizing!  
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acute care hospital   a hospital characterized by stays of fewer than 30 days, usually by patients in need of care by highly specialized personnel and sophisticated technical equipment.  
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administrative law   a process of writing regulations, performed by the executive branch of government in order to enforce statutes and ordinances.  
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adrenal gland   situated on top of the kidney, this gland produces hormones in response to emotion, as well as hormones that regulate carbohydrate metabolism and electrolyte balance.  
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aerobic   microorganism that is able to live only in the presence of oxygen.  
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aerosol   a fine mist  
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agar   a product from seaweed that is used to solidify bacteriologic media.  
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age-specific care considerations   fears and concerns which vary at different stages of one's life and which must be considered when providing health care to any given individual.  
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aliquot   a portion of a patient specimen used for testing.  
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OSHA   Occupational Safety &Health Administration: blood borne pathogens, protective equip, electrical systems safe, log of illness and injury  
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JCAHO   requires hospitals to implement QA programs or QC.  
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CLIA   Clinical Lab Amendments: all labs use same standards regarless of size  
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CAP   College of American Pathologists: influences standards of Phlebotomy.  
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Who provided first written documentation of the practice of bloodletting?   Hipocrates  
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Bloodletting is still used. Name 2 diseases it's used on:   Hemocromotosis (too much iron) and Polycythemia (Too many red blood cells)  
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Although not legally binding, what document is the standard to which all patients have the right to be treated?   Patient Care Partnership  
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What occurs when a duty of care is breached unintintionally, causing harm to the patient?   Negligence  
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____ in proving malpractice or negligence is the responsiblity of the patient.   Burden of proof  
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____   is a division of the US Department of Labor and is responsible for enforcing the Occupational Safety and Health Act.  
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______is a group of activities and programs designed to guarantee the highest level of quality patient care.   QA or QC  
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____ is a program used in conjunction with QA/QC and is designed to minimize the exposure to the risk of loss or injury to both the health care provider and the patient.   Risk Management  
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_________ is a combination of concepts based on continuously improving services and client care through the involvement of all employees and is directed at customer satisfaction.   TQM (Total Quality Management)  
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A device that consisted of a small box that contained 12 small spring-driven rotary blades:   Scarificator  
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The medical leech is how long, typically, and when full, contains how much blood?   3-6" long and contains 1/2 oz to 1 oz.  
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Name an agency that sets guidelines and standards for phlebotomy curriculum:   CAP  
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Name a health care professional with a minimum of a Masters in nursing and advanced education in a particular primary care group such as Pediatrics, and who can practice independently:   Nurse Practitioner  
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Name a technologist with an advanced degree in management who is responsible for overseeing all business operations of the lab:   Laboratory manager  
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A civil wrong that is based on an act that is committed without just cause such as negligence:   Tort  
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Assault, battery, and invasion of privacy are examples of:   Intentional Tort  
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A claim of improper tx or negligence brough against a professional person and/or entity by means of a civil lawsuit:   Malpractice  
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What agency mandates: Proper disposal of hazardous waste, personal protective equipment, Availability of hepatitis B vaccination?   OSHA  
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Name 5 Phelbotomist Certification companies:   ASPT (Amer. Soci. of Phelb), AMT (Amer. Medical Technologists), ASCP (Amer. Soci. of Clinical Pathol.), NPA (Nation. Phel. Assoc), NCA (Nation. Creden. Agency for Med. Lab. Personnel)  
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Name 3 agencies that do program Accreditation:   NPA-National Phlebotomy Assoc; NAACLS-National Accrediting Agency for Clincal Laboratory Sciences; ASPT-Amer. Society of Phelb. Technicians  
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Organizations offering CEU's to Phlebotomists:   National Phelb. Assoc (NPA), Amer. Soci. of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), Amer. Soc. for Med. Technologists (ASMT), Amer. Soci. for Clinical Lab. Sciences-ASCLS  
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Name the recent government regulation affecting medical labs which require the regulation of all labs no matter how small. What year did congress enact this bill?   Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 or CLIA  
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Adhering to a code of values with honesty, dependability and dedication is called:   Integrity  
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Explaining to the patient that another sample will need to be drawn because the first sample was misplaced is an example of:   Diplomacy  
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When a person has completed certain requirements and is issued a statement to that effect, he or she is said to be:   Certified  
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An agency that issues approval for phlebotomy programs is:   NPA, NAACLS, ASPT (National Phleb. Assoc, Nation. Accrediting Agency for Clinical Lab. Sciences, Amer. Society of Phleb. Technicians  
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