Phlebotomy

Which of the following angle is used for a routine venipuncture? A. 15 to 30 degrees B. 75 to 90 degrees C. 10 to 15 degrees D. 50 to 65 degrees

A. 15 to 30 degrees

Which of the following tube is used for glucose testing? A. Gray top tubes B. Green top tubes C. Lavender top tubes D. Yellow top tubes

A. Gray top tubes

Which tube is used for plasma determination? A. Green top tubes B. Red top tubes C. Yellow top tube D. Gray top tubes

A. Green top tubes

Rupture or destruction of red blood cells? A. Hemolysis B. hematology C. basophils D. neutrophils

A. Hemolysis

the additive in the lavender or pink tube is

potassium edta

Which of the following results in patient discomfort during the venipuncture procedure? A. Moving the needle after it has been inserted into the vein B. Allowing the alcohol to dry before making the puncture C. Using the back of the flange to help stabilize the needle when changing tubes D. Removing the needle at the same angle as insertion

A. Moving the needle after it has been inserted into the vein

Which of the following describes venipuncture? A. The method of acquiring blood with a hollow needle inserted into a vein. B. Accessing small and fragile veins C. A collection of blood underneath the skin. D. The method of acquiring blood from a fingertip or heel.

A. The method of acquiring blood with a hollow needle inserted into a vein

Which of the following is used for blood collection with or without additives? A. evacuated tube system (ETS) B. venipuncture C. butterfly needle D. transfer device

A. evacuated tube system (ETS)

Which of the following antecubital veins is considered the best vein to use for a venipuncture? A. Basilic vein B. Median cubital vein C. Cephalic vein D. Brachial vein

B. Median cubital vein

When performing a capillary puncture, the finger should not be squeezed to avoid: A. exposure of the medical assistant to bloodborne pathogens. B. diluting the blood sample with tissue fluid. C. bruising of the patient's finger. D. excessive bleeding around the puncture site.

B. diluting the blood sample with tissue fluid

Which of the following describes hematoma? A. The method of acquiring blood from a fingertip or heel B. Accessing small and fragile veins C. A collection of blood underneath the skin D. The method of acquiring blood with a hollow needle inserted into a vein

C. A collection of blood underneath the skin

Which of the following should a medical assistant do when setting up a tray for winged infusion collection? A. Open needle packages B. Label all tubes C. Check expiration dates on all supplies. D. Prepare a number 2 pencil

C. Check expiration dates on all supplies

Which of the following may change the status of the patient's collection site? A. Blood pressure B. Respirations C. Dehydration D. Time of the day

C. Dehydration

Which of the following describes capillary puncture? A. A collection of blood underneath the skin. B. Accessing small and fragile veins C. The method of acquiring blood from a fingertip or heel D. The method of acquiring blood with a hollow needle inserted into a vein.

C. The method of acquiring blood from a fingertip or heel

Which of the following statement is not true in applying tourniquet? A. Apply the tourniquet to the upper arm at least 3 to 4 inches above the bend of the elbow. B. All options are correct C. Tourniquet should be removed after two minutes of application. D. The tourniquet should be removed within 60 seconds.

C. Tourniquet should be removed after two minutes of application

Which of the following is the other name for the butterfly method of venipuncture? A. Z-track method B. Syringe method C. Winged infusion method D. Luer adapter method

C. Winged infusion method

Which of the following may be used for blood culture specimens? A. Green top tubes B. Red top tubes C. Yellow top tubes D. Gray top tubes

C. Yellow top tubes

Which of the following is the correct angle to use when using a winged infusion set? A. 50 to 75 degrees B. 60 to 75 degrees C. 30 to 45 degrees D. 10 to 15 degrees

D. 10 to 15 degrees

Which of the following may occur if the needle is removed from the arm before removing the tourniquet? A. The patient may experience pain. B. The evacuated tube may not fill completely. C. The blood specimen may become hemolyzed. D. Bleeding may occur around the puncture site.

D. Bleeding may occur around the puncture site

Which of the following is the best next choice for venipuncture if the median cubital is not accessible? A. Basilic vein B. All options are correct. C. Pulmonary vein D. Cephalic vein

D. Cephalic vein

Which tube has Alcohol/Glucose Sodium Fluoride and Potassium Oxalate ? A. Royal blue top tube B. Red top tube C. light blue top tube D. Gray top tube

D. Gray top tube

An infection that is acquired in a hospital setting: A. Bed Infection B. Hospital Infection C. Infection D. Nosocomial Infection

D. Nosocomial infection

Which of the following tube is used for serum testing? A. Yellow top tubes B. Green top tubes C. Gray top tubes D. Red top tubes

D. Red top tubes

True or False. Pressing the fingers against the patient's arm during the blood collection procedure helps keep the needle in the vein and limits the unnecessary movement of the syringe.

True

the additives in either the yellow tube are

blood culture or sps