Question 1

Which of the following is the most common antiseptic used to cleanse the skin before drawing blood?

Accepted Answer

A)  Alcohol 
B)  Soap and water 
C)  Hibiclens 
D)  Hydrogen peroxide 
E)  10% bleach 
A)  Alcohol 
B)  Soap and water 
C)  Hibiclens 
D)  Hydrogen peroxide 
E)  10% bleach

Question 2

Which of the following items forms the first line of defense during a phlebotomy procedure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Face mask 
B)  Eye goggles 
C)  Laboratory coat 
D)  Gown 
E)  Gloves 
A)  Face mask 
B)  Eye goggles 
C)  Laboratory coat 
D)  Gown 
E)  Gloves

Question 3

The normal sodium blood level is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L 
B)  8.6 to 10.0 mEq/L 
C)  136 to 145 mEq/L 
D)  98 to 108 mEq/L 
E)  21 to 28 mEq/L 
A)  3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L 
B)  8.6 to 10.0 mEq/L 
C)  136 to 145 mEq/L 
D)  98 to 108 mEq/L 
E)  21 to 28 mEq/L

Question 4

Withdrawing blood from a vein is called ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  hematology 
B)  phlebotomy 
C)  morphology 
D)  coagulation 
E)  serology 
A)  hematology 
B)  phlebotomy 
C)  morphology 
D)  coagulation 
E)  serology

Question 5

A calibrated glass tube that holds a small, precise volume of fluid and is used to collect capillary blood for some tests is known as a(n) _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A calibrated glass tube that holds a...

Question 6

-A blood collection tube with a lavender stopper is selected for ________ studies.

Accepted Answer

The answer of  
-A blood collection tube with a...

Question 7

Which of the following are the most common sites for venipuncture?

Accepted Answer

A)  Femoral and inguinal veins 
B)  Median cubital and cephalic veins 
C)  Great saphenous and superior vena cava veins 
D)  Popliteal and posterior tibial veins 
E)  Radial and ulnar veins 
A)  Femoral and inguinal veins 
B)  Median cubital and cephalic veins 
C)  Great saphenous and superior vena cava veins 
D)  Popliteal and posterior tibial veins 
E)  Radial and ulnar veins

Question 8

Gout is identified by which of type of blood test?

Accepted Answer

A)  Uric acid 
B)  Potassium 
C)  Glucose 
D)  Total cholesterol 
E)  Lactate dehydrogenase 
A)  Uric acid 
B)  Potassium 
C)  Glucose 
D)  Total cholesterol 
E)  Lactate dehydrogenase

Question 9

The gel-like barrier between the serum and the clot in a coagulated blood sample is formed by a serum ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The gel-like barrier between the serum and...

Question 10

Which of the following is part of the preparation for a glucose tolerance test?

Accepted Answer

A)  Instruct the patient to eat a high-carbohydrate diet for 3 days before the procedure 
B)  Offer the patient a high-carbohydrate snack immediately before drawing the blood 
C)  Instruct the patient to refrain from eating after the initial blood and urine samples are taken 
D)  Explain to the patient that only one blood and one urine sample will be taken 
E)  Direct the patient to use a laxative the night before to cleanse the digestive system 
A)  Instruct the patient to eat a high-carbohydrate diet for 3 days before the procedure 
B)  Offer the patient a high-carbohydrate snack immediately before drawing the blood 
C)  Instruct the patient to refrain from eating after the initial blood and urine samples are taken 
D)  Explain to the patient that only one blood and one urine sample will be taken 
E)  Direct the patient to use a laxative the night before to cleanse the digestive system

Question 11

To identify the patient correctly prior to blood collection, you should ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  call the patient by name 
B)  ask the patient what labs she will be having done 
C)  ask the patient to verify her name 
D)  ask the patient to state her home address 
E)  verify the patient's name with the doctor 
A)  call the patient by name 
B)  ask the patient what labs she will be having done 
C)  ask the patient to verify her name 
D)  ask the patient to state her home address 
E)  verify the patient's name with the doctor

Question 12

What is the normal range of potassium found in the blood?

Accepted Answer

A)  8.6 to 10.0 mg/dL 
B)  136 to 145 mEq/L 
C)  3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L 
D)  6 to 20 mg/dL 
E)  21 to 28 mEq/L 
A)  8.6 to 10.0 mg/dL 
B)  136 to 145 mEq/L 
C)  3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L 
D)  6 to 20 mg/dL 
E)  21 to 28 mEq/L

Question 13

Which of the following are included in steps for collection of a blood specimen?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tell the patient the process will not be painful 
B)  Identify the patient correctly 
C)  Ask the patient what test he needs 
D)  Use the same tubes for chemistry and hematology tests 
E)  Apply the tourniquet to the patient's lower arm 
A)  Tell the patient the process will not be painful 
B)  Identify the patient correctly 
C)  Ask the patient what test he needs 
D)  Use the same tubes for chemistry and hematology tests 
E)  Apply the tourniquet to the patient's lower arm

Question 14

The normal blood calcium level is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  8.6 to 10.0 mEq/L 
B)  98 to 108 mEq/L 
C)  136 to 145 mEq/L 
D)  3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L 
E)  27 to 29 mEq/L 
A)  8.6 to 10.0 mEq/L 
B)  98 to 108 mEq/L 
C)  136 to 145 mEq/L 
D)  3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L 
E)  27 to 29 mEq/L

Question 15

The red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are known as the ________ elements in a blood sample.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The red blood cells, white blood cells,...

Question 16

When drawing blood from an infant, what is best site to use to prevent injury to the infant?

Accepted Answer

A)  The veins in the antecubital fossa 
B)  The median cubital vein 
C)  The heel 
D)  The cephalic vein 
E)  The brachial vein 
A)  The veins in the antecubital fossa 
B)  The median cubital vein 
C)  The heel 
D)  The cephalic vein 
E)  The brachial vein

Question 17

Which of the following is important when drawing blood from an elderly patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Do not apply pressure after removing the needle 
B)  Wiggle the needle to position it precisely in the vein 
C)  Have the patient bend her elbow after removing the needle 
D)  Avoid using a butterfly collection device 
E)  Have the patient elevate her arm after removing the needle 
A)  Do not apply pressure after removing the needle 
B)  Wiggle the needle to position it precisely in the vein 
C)  Have the patient bend her elbow after removing the needle 
D)  Avoid using a butterfly collection device 
E)  Have the patient elevate her arm after removing the needle

Question 18

Blood chemistries and HIV/AIDS antibody tests must be performed with a collection tube with what color stopper?

Accepted Answer

A)  Red 
B)  Blue 
C)  Red/black 
D)  Gray 
E)  Green 
A)  Red 
B)  Blue 
C)  Red/black 
D)  Gray 
E)  Green

Question 19

The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) blood test screens for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Potential bleeding problems 
B)  Leukocytes 
C)  Anemia 
D)  Low blood sugars 
E)  Inflammatory process 
A)  Potential bleeding problems 
B)  Leukocytes 
C)  Anemia 
D)  Low blood sugars 
E)  Inflammatory process

Question 20

A small calibrated glass tube that holds a precise volume of fluid is a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A small calibrated glass tube that holds...

Exam 48: Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Which of the following is the most common antiseptic used to cleanse the skin before drawing blood?

Which of the following items forms the first line of defense during a phlebotomy procedure?

The normal sodium blood level is ____.

Withdrawing blood from a vein is called ____.

A calibrated glass tube that holds a small, precise volume of fluid and is used to collect capillary blood for some tests is known as a(n) _______.

-A blood collection tube with a lavender stopper is selected for ________ studies.

Which of the following are the most common sites for venipuncture?

Gout is identified by which of type of blood test?

The gel-like barrier between the serum and the clot in a coagulated blood sample is formed by a serum ________.

Which of the following is part of the preparation for a glucose tolerance test?

To identify the patient correctly prior to blood collection, you should ____.

What is the normal range of potassium found in the blood?

Which of the following are included in steps for collection of a blood specimen?

The normal blood calcium level is ____.

The red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are known as the ________ elements in a blood sample.

When drawing blood from an infant, what is best site to use to prevent injury to the infant?

Which of the following is important when drawing blood from an elderly patient?

Blood chemistries and HIV/AIDS antibody tests must be performed with a collection tube with what color stopper?

The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) blood test screens for which of the following?

A small calibrated glass tube that holds a precise volume of fluid is a(n) ________.

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Infection Control Fundamentals

Safety and Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Communication

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Managing Medical Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Schedule Management

Insurance Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Collections and Financial Management

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive Systems

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Infection Control Practices

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Exam

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting in Eye and Ear Care

Assisting in Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Samples

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Math and Dosage Calculations

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Nutrition and Health

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