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Phlebotomy

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The forearm vein is most commonly used for venipuncture   Median Cubital  
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The smallest veins in the human body are   Venules  
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The aorta branches into smaller divisions called arteries, which turn into even smaller divisions called   Arterioles  
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Characteristics of capillaries include: a) having thin walls b) forming microscopic pathways c) connecting arterioles with venules d) all of the above   D  
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Within the capillaries blood cell function includes: a) releasing oxygen b) binding carbon dioxide c) eliminating waste d) all of the above   D  
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The heart, lymphatic organs, and blood vessels are in what organ system   Cardiovascular  
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The study of blood   Hematology  
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The liver, stomach, mouth and pancreas are in what organ system   Digestive  
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The most important step to ensure accuracy in sample collection   identifying the patient properly  
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The bladder, urethra, kidneys are ureters are in what system   Urinary  
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The trachea, nose, lungs and pharynx are in what system   Respiratory  
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The sebaceous glands, skin, hair and nails are in what system   Integumentary  
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Neutrophiles, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes and monocytes are types of   WBC  
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Common name for thrombocytes is   Platelet  
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The liquid portion of an anticoagulated blood sample is   Plasma  
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The instrument used to measure BP   Sphygmomanometer  
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An artery can be distinguished from a vein because an artery: a) harder b) pulsates c) different color d) softer   B  
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Lancets are used to collect blood samples by_____   Capillary or skin puncture  
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The abbreviation VAD means   Venous Access Device  
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To determine the size of needle: the higher the gauge the ____   smaller the needle bore  
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Adult capillary puncture often involves use on what fingers: index, middle & ring, index & middle, pinkie   index and middle  
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A centrifuge is used in clinical laboratory setting to____   Separate liquid from cells in blood  
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The oral glucose tolerance test is used for detection of what   Diabetes  
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Use a ____topped evacuated tube for collection of blood for CBC   Lavender  
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Use a _____ topped evacuated tube for collection of blood for electrolyte testing   Red  
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Use a ____topped evacuated tube for collection of blood for cholesterol   Red  
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Sodium citrate is an anticoagulant of choice for coagulation of blood for cholesterol testing because it protects what   clotting factors  
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Sodium citrate is an anticoagulant of choice for coagulation of blood for cholesterol testing because it protects: a) clotting factor b) RBC c) WBC d) enzyme inhibitors   A  
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When preparing a blood smear directly form a skin puncture, it is best to _____   wipe away the first drop  
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When preparing a blood smear directly form a skin puncture, it is best to: a) use plastic instead of glass slide b) make it as thick as possible c) wipe away first drop d) add sodium citrate to the blood   C  
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According to CLSI what tube should be drawn 1   Blood culture  
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According to CLSI what tube should be drawn 2   Coagulation (blue)  
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According to CLSI what tube should be drawn 3   Serum tubes (red) with or without blot activator gel  
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According to CLSI what tube should be drawn 4   Heparin tube with or without separator (green)  
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According to CLSI what tube should be drawn 5   EDTA (lavender)  
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According to CLSI what tube should be drawn 6   Glycolytic inhibitor (grey)  
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In what order should the following tubes be drawn: Coagulation (blue)-Serum tubes (red) with or without blot activator gel- Blood culture-EDTA (lavender) Heparin tube with or without separator (green) -Glycolytic inhibitor (grey)   Blood culture, Coagulation (blue), Serum tubes (red) with or without blot activator gel, Heparin tube with or without separator (green), EDTA (lavender), Glycolytic inhibitor (grey)  
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1st Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Greet and identify the patient  
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2nd Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Explain the procedure  
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3rd Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Assemble equipment  
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4th Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Cleanse the venipuncture site  
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5th Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Anchor the vein  
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6th Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Insert the needle  
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7th Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Collect blood in vac tubes  
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8th Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Remove tourniquet  
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9th Phlebotomy step (of 10)   Dispose of needle  
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10th Phlebotomy step (of 10)   label tubes  
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What is being detected in a blood culture   Septicemia  
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Anticoagulants are used to   prevent blood from clotting  
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WBC help the body   defend against foreign invaders  
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Platelets help the circulation by   carrying oxygen to the tissue  
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When blood seeps in to the surrounding tissue during venipuncture a ___may form   hematoma  
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In a patient with a clotting disorder, pressure should be applied for_ after puncture to insure stoppage   5 minutes  
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If blood doesn’t appear in tube upon puncture you__   slightly reposition the needle  
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Redirection of the needle is necessary when a)vein isn't properly anchored b) patient moves unexpectedly c) flow starts and stops d) all   D  
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Vein may be prone to collapse if (2) a) vac tube is too large for vein b) syringe plunger was pulled back to quickly c) vac tube lost its vacuum d) tourniquet was too tight   A  
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Hemolysis could cause sample rejection for what test   Potassium  
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If patient is prone to syncope to venipuncture, phlebotomist should…   watch in case of fainting  
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A tube of blood arrives in the lab without a label. It must be….   rejected automatically  
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When is 2 hours post prandial   2 hrs after meals  
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Knowing when to collect peak and trough levels is important when drawing___-   therapeutic drugs  
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Pre warming is used to___   increase bleeding tendencies  
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The role of all anticoagulants is to prevent formation of what   Fibrin  
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The anticoagulant EDTA works by   inactivating thrombin  
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If the tourniquet is released before the needle is withdrawn this will result in   bleeding from the site  
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What test sample is light sensitive   Bilirubin  
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The ___ must be followed exactly when drawing patient test that may be used in a legal proceeding   Chain of Custody  
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The anticoagulant SPS is recommended because___   it is completely biodegradable  
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Before entering into an inpatients room   checks requirements on sign  
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Single most important means of preventing spread of infection   hand washing  
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