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NCCT-8

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Capillary blood specimens are most likely to be successfully collected from patients that are extremely obese
The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act exists to protect healthcare workers from accidental exposure to Blood borne pathogens
Which of the following should the phlebotomist do when collecting blood via finger sticks? Position the lancet across the fingerprint lines
A patient presents to have a diagnostic HIV test drawn. Which of the following forms of consent must the phlebotomist obtain prior to venipuncture? Informed
The phlebotomist received a requisition for blood test on a 70-years-old female patient with diabetes and a mastectomy of the left breast. Upon entering the room the phlebotomist notices a PICC line in the patient's right arm. For this specimen collection refer the draw to the nurse
When drawing blood for a comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP) and a complete blood count (CBC), why is the CMP tube collected before the CBC tube? EDTA in the CBC tube can alter some of the test results in the CMP
When inserting a needle during venipuncture, the bevel should be in which direction of the following positions in relation to the vein? Up
Which of the following steps is completed first in performing venipuncture? Identify the patient
If a phlebotomist has questions about disposing of outdated hazardous chemicals, where should she look to find this information? MSDS
While obtaining blood during a venipuncture, the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take initially? Discontinue the venipuncture and call for help
Which of the following is an example of negative nonverbal communication? Folding the arms across the chest
Which of the following is outside the scope of practice for a phlebotomist? Performing CLIA high complexity tests
On the initial attempt the phlebotomist went through the vein, but was able to pull back on the needle successfully collect the specimen. Which of the following should the phlebotomist do next? Explain the patient that a bruise may be likely, but it should be gone within a few days.
Which of the following veins would generally be acceptable for routine blood collection by the phlebotomist? Cephalic
When performing a venipuncture, sudden swelling is observed at the insertion site. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? Release the tourniquet, remove the needle, and immediately apply pressure at the site.
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