Question 1

A tourniquet should never be used when a venous blood sample is to be drawn from the hand.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

A syringe is preferred over a Vacutainer collection device when

Accepted Answer

A)  the patient's veins are fragile. 
B)  the sample must be drawn from the hand veins. 
C)  many tests have been ordered,and multiple tubes must be drawn. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  the patient's veins are fragile. 
B)  the sample must be drawn from the hand veins. 
C)  many tests have been ordered,and multiple tubes must be drawn. 
D)  All of the above

Question 3

Why should a tourniquet not be tied too tightly?

Accepted Answer

A)  It impedes arterial blood flow. 
B)  It restricts venous blood return. 
C)  It results in poor venous distention. 
D)  All of the above are correct. 
A)  It impedes arterial blood flow. 
B)  It restricts venous blood return. 
C)  It results in poor venous distention. 
D)  All of the above are correct.

Question 4

The clear part of whole blood that contains clotting agents is

Accepted Answer

A)  plasma. 
B)  blood cells. 
C)  serum. 
D)  hemoglobin. 
E)  B and D. 
A)  plasma. 
B)  blood cells. 
C)  serum. 
D)  hemoglobin. 
E)  B and D.

Question 5

A winged infusion set is also known as a

Accepted Answer

A)  Hemagard tube. 
B)  Velcro tourniquet. 
C)  butterfly needle. 
D)  luer adapter. 
A)  Hemagard tube. 
B)  Velcro tourniquet. 
C)  butterfly needle. 
D)  luer adapter.

Question 6

The most common phlebotomy site(s)in adults is (are)the

Accepted Answer

A)  radial vein. 
B)  brachial artery. 
C)  veins in the antecubital space. 
D)  veins in the popliteal area. 
A)  radial vein. 
B)  brachial artery. 
C)  veins in the antecubital space. 
D)  veins in the popliteal area.

Question 7

With regard to venipuncture needles,the smaller the gauge number,the larger the lumen of the needle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A(n)___________ is applied to the skin 30 to 60 seconds before the blood draw to prevent infection at the puncture site.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)___________ is applied to the skin 30...

Question 9

The device used for dermal puncture is a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  Unopette. 
B)  lancet. 
C)  butterfly. 
D)  Vacutainer. 
A)  Unopette. 
B)  lancet. 
C)  butterfly. 
D)  Vacutainer.

Question 10

Which of the following collection tubes contains thixotropic gel?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lavender 
B)  Red 
C)  Green-gray 
D)  Light green 
E)  Both C and D 
A)  Lavender 
B)  Red 
C)  Green-gray 
D)  Light green 
E)  Both C and D

Question 11

With phlebotomy on teenage patients,it is important to make sure a parent is present during the blood draw to give permission for the procedure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A(n)____________ is a special laboratory filter paper that is used to collect a blood sample from newborns.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)____________ is a special laboratory filter paper...

Question 13

What is the major cause of specimen rejection?

Accepted Answer

A)  Insufficient quantity 
B)  Incorrect tube used for the test ordered 
C)  Hemolysis 
D)  Improper handling 
E)  Defective tube 
A)  Insufficient quantity 
B)  Incorrect tube used for the test ordered 
C)  Hemolysis 
D)  Improper handling 
E)  Defective tube

Question 14

Blood obtained via capillary puncture can be collected

Accepted Answer

A)  in Microtainer tubes. 
B)  in capillary tubes. 
C)  in microhematocrit tubes. 
D)  onto filter paper. 
E)  All of the above 
A)  in Microtainer tubes. 
B)  in capillary tubes. 
C)  in microhematocrit tubes. 
D)  onto filter paper. 
E)  All of the above

Question 15

Securing a patient in a blood collection chair helps prevent injuries if the patient experiences ____________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Securing a patient in a blood collection...

Question 16

If a patient faints while his or her blood is being drawn,the patient must remain in the facility for at least 15 minutes and should not operate a vehicle for at least 30 minutes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The proper procedure for collecting a serum specimen is to

Accepted Answer

A)  use a green-topped tube. 
B)  allow the specimen to clot. 
C)  use a microhematocrit tube. 
D)  use a red or marbled-top tube. 
E)  B and D. 
A)  use a green-topped tube. 
B)  allow the specimen to clot. 
C)  use a microhematocrit tube. 
D)  use a red or marbled-top tube. 
E)  B and D.

Question 18

What is the first step OSHA recommends for the effective management of an accidental sharps exposure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Injury reported to the supervisor 
B)  Site is washed for 10 minutes with antimicrobial soap 
C)  Referred to a physician for confidential assessment and follow-up 
D)  Incident report is completed 
A)  Injury reported to the supervisor 
B)  Site is washed for 10 minutes with antimicrobial soap 
C)  Referred to a physician for confidential assessment and follow-up 
D)  Incident report is completed

Question 19

The slant at the open end of a needle used for venipuncture is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  lumen. 
B)  bevel. 
C)  shaft. 
D)  bore. 
A)  lumen. 
B)  bevel. 
C)  shaft. 
D)  bore.

Question 20

A patient must give verbal consent before venipuncture can be performed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 29: Assisting in Blood Collection

A tourniquet should never be used when a venous blood sample is to be drawn from the hand.

A syringe is preferred over a Vacutainer collection device when

Why should a tourniquet not be tied too tightly?

The clear part of whole blood that contains clotting agents is

A winged infusion set is also known as a

The most common phlebotomy site(s)in adults is (are)the

With regard to venipuncture needles,the smaller the gauge number,the larger the lumen of the needle.

A(n)___________ is applied to the skin 30 to 60 seconds before the blood draw to prevent infection at the puncture site.

The device used for dermal puncture is a(n)

Which of the following collection tubes contains thixotropic gel?

With phlebotomy on teenage patients,it is important to make sure a parent is present during the blood draw to give permission for the procedure.

A(n)____________ is a special laboratory filter paper that is used to collect a blood sample from newborns.

What is the major cause of specimen rejection?

Blood obtained via capillary puncture can be collected

Securing a patient in a blood collection chair helps prevent injuries if the patient experiences ____________.

If a patient faints while his or her blood is being drawn,the patient must remain in the facility for at least 15 minutes and should not operate a vehicle for at least 30 minutes.

The proper procedure for collecting a serum specimen is to

What is the first step OSHA recommends for the effective management of an accidental sharps exposure?

The slant at the open end of a needle used for venipuncture is called the

A patient must give verbal consent before venipuncture can be performed.

Competency-Based Education and the Medical Assistant Student

The Health Record

Infection Control

Patient Assessment

Patient Education

Nutrition and Health Promotion

Vital Signs

Assisting With the Primary Physical Examination

Principles of Pharmacology

Pharmacology Math

Administering Medications

Safety and Emergency Practices

Assisting in Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology

Assisting in Dermatology

Assisting in Gastroenterology

Assisting in Urology and Male Reproduction

Assisting in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Orthopedic Medicine

Assisting in Neurology and Mental Health

Assisting in Endocrinology

Assisting in Pulmonary Medicine

Assisting in Cardiology

Assisting in Geriatrics

Principles of Electrocardiography

Assisting With Diagnostic Imaging

Assisting in the Clinical Laboratory

Assisting in the Analysis of Urine

Assisting in the Analysis of Blood

Assisting in Microbiology and Immunology

Surgical Supplies and Instruments

Surgical Asepsis and Assisting With Surgical Procedures

Career Development and Life Skills

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