phlebotomy technician observes a glucometer reading of 250 mg/dL. A second test is performed and returns a reading within the expected reference range. Which of the following circumstances could have caused the first result to be inaccurate?

too much blood is applied to a test strip, it can cause inaccurately high glucose level readings.

Which of the following is the current procedure for medical professionals performing CPR on an infant?

medical professional who is performing CPR on an infant should use two fingers to deliver 30 rapid compressions at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute that are each 3.8 cm (1.5 in) deep, followed by two rescue breaths.

Which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take when performing a blood culture collection?

The technician should scrub the site with 70% isopropyl alcohol for 1 min using a back and forth motion to remove bacteria from the skin and avoid cross contamination.

A phlebotomy technician is performing a venipuncture for a patient who has a wound infected with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and has been placed in isolation. Which of the following actions should the technician take once the proced

The technician should remove and dispose of the gown before leaving the patient's room. Dispose of gown before leaving the room.

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phlebotomy technician observes a glucometer reading of 250 mg/dL. A second test is performed and returns a reading within the expected reference range. Which of the following circumstances could have caused the first result to be inaccurate?	too much blood is applied to a test strip, it can cause inaccurately high glucose level readings.
Which of the following is the current procedure for medical professionals performing CPR on an infant?	medical professional who is performing CPR on an infant should use two fingers to deliver 30 rapid compressions at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute that are each 3.8 cm (1.5 in) deep, followed by two rescue breaths.
	When aliquoting a blood specimen, the technician should wear protective eyewear, a protective mouth covering, and gloves. A face shield covers • the eyes, nose, and mouth.
Which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take when performing a blood culture collection?	The technician should scrub the site with 70% isopropyl alcohol for 1 min using a back and forth motion to remove bacteria from the skin and avoid cross contamination.
A phlebotomy technician is performing a venipuncture for a patient who has a wound infected with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and has been placed in isolation. Which of the following actions should the technician take once the proced	The technician should remove and dispose of the gown before leaving the patient's room. Dispose of gown before leaving the room.

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