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NHA practice test 2

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According to the CLSI standard, a phlebotomist must attempt to locate which of the following veins on both arms before considering other veins? Median cubital vein
A phlebotomist should recognize rapid swelling near the venipuncture site during the collection of blood as which of the following complications? Hematoma
While a phlebotomist is inserting a needle, the patient complains of a sharp pain radiating down his arm. The appropriate course of action would be to release the tourniquet, remove the needle, and apply pressure over the collection site.
How should a phlebotomist instruct a female patient to collect a urine specimen for culture testing? Do not touch the inside of the container, clean the urinary meatus from front to back, begin voiding in toilet, and then collect the specimen.
Which of the following is used to stabilize a patient's arm during a venipuncture? A phlebotomy wedge
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 who Patient's provider
Which of the following is the first step a phlebotomist should take to prevent the spread of infection? Washing hands with antimicrobial soap and water
A large spill has occurred in a laboratory involving venous blood. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? Apply a liquid thickening agent on top of the spill.
A phlebotomist is applying a tourniquet for a venipuncture to an adult patient. The phlebotomist should place the tourniquet at which of the following distances above the venipuncture site? 3 to 4 inches
A phlebotomist should identify that which of the following over-the-counter products taken by a patient can affect a liver function panel? Acetaminophen
Which of the following forms commonly accompanies a toxicology drug screen for legal purposes. Chain of custody
A phlebotomist is preparing to perform a venipuncture for a patient. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take first. Identify the patient and verify dietary restrictions.
A 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 use
The clinical Laboratory standards institute recommends a heel lancet's penetration to be less than 2 mm (0.03 in) to prevent which of the following conditions? Bone penetration
which of the following conditions presents as multiple small red dots on a patient's skin? Petechiae
A phlebotomist should use a chlorhexidine gluconate swab for which of the following type of collection? Blood culture
which of the following methods should a phlebotomist use to invert tubes to prevent clotting? Moving the tubes in a figure-eight motion 4 to 8 times after collection
In which of the following locations should a phlebotomist directly dispose of a contaminated microscope slide? Red sharp container
A phlebotomist should identify which of the following actions as an acceptable HIPAA practice? Discussing patient information with an assisting coworker
Which of the following is an appropriate technique when preparing a site for venipuncture after applying antiseptic? Allow to air dry.
When performing a capillary draw collection, which of the following steps should the phlebotomist take after selecting the site? Cleanse the site with antiseptic
A phlebotomist is obtaining a venipuncture specimen and has decided to use the vein which lies on the outer edge of the arm. Which of the following veins has the phlebotomist selected? Cephalic
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 their arm? Distal portion of the arm in a downward position
Which of the following lancet positions should a phlebotomist use for a capillary blood collection on healthy adult patient? Perpendicular to the fingerprint grooves
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