Phlebotomy NCCT Practice Questions& Answers
The patient reports feeling faint, and slumps forward during a venipuncture.After calling for assistance, which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take next?(Ans- remove the needle
When performing venipuncture, sudden swelling is observed at the insertion site. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take?(Ans- Release the tourniquet, removed the needle, and immediately apply pressure at the site
Which of the following is an appropriate alternative to using a rubber tourniquet when attempting a venipuncture on a known patient who is difficult to obtain a sample from?(Ans- blood pressure cuff
While performing a venipuncture in the antecubital space, the patient verbalizes an extreme amount of pain and the blood in the collection tube is noted to be bright red. Which of the following sites is most likely to have been inadvertently punctured?(Ans- brachial artery
After centrifuging a blood specimen, the phlebotomist notes the serum has a reddish appearance. Which of the following has occurred?(Ans- The specimen is hemolyzed
While obtaining blood during a venipuncture, the patient faints. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take initially?(Ans- Discontinue the venipuncture and call for help
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Which of the following actions is an example of compliance with Quality Control (QC) guidelines for phlebotomy?(Ans- Check controls on urinalysis dipsticks daily
Which of the following forms is the phlebotomist responsible for having the patient sign when a specimen is being collected for substance abuse screening for employment?(Ans- chain-of-custody
Which of the following regulations set the minimum standards for medical laboratory practice and quality?(Ans- CLIA
Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take when disposing of a needle following a venipuncture?(Ans- place the needle with safety device activated immediately in a sharps container
What does the color of an evacuates collection tube represent?(Ans- the type of abscess of an additive
The phlebotomist is drawing blood on an 88-year-old patient that has multiple skin tears. Which of the following should be used to secure the 2x2 gauge sponge?(Ans- rolled gauze
The rubber sleeve at the end of a venipuncture needle allows for (Ans- multiple use
Which of the following should be included on a patient's laboratory requisition?(Ans- test priority
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After selecting the appropriate location to collect a blood sample, how many inches above the location should the phlebotomist tie the tourniquet?(Ans- 1 to 2 inches
After the phlebotomist has intro used herself and identified the patient, she should next (Ans- explain the procedure
The phlebotomist preps the median cubical vein for a venipuncture procedure. How should the phlebotomist prep the patient's skin?(Ans- Use a circular motion, from the inside out
Which of the following evacuated tubes should the phlebotomist draw first?(Ans- light blue top
To help prevent a hematoma at the site after drawing blood, which of the following actions should be the phlebotomist take?(Ans- apply direct pressure with cotton gauze
Which of the following POC laboratory tests is within the CLIA defined scope of practice for a phlebotomist?(Ans- Strep test and urine dip
The phlebotomist is performing a venipuncture on an apprehensive school age child. Which of the following approaches should the phlebotomist use to calm the child?(Ans- Explain the procedure and reassure the child that the parent can stay with her
Which task should a phlebotomist complete prior to daily use of a POC instrument?(Ans- Perform QC on the instrument
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