PHLEBOTOMY NCCT EXAM
COMBINED SET QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Exposure control plan - Answer- Plan detailing procedures for handling workplace
exposures.
Pressure dressing - Answer- Dressing applied to control bleeding after venipuncture.
Lateral fingertip - Answer- Preferred site for capillary puncture in infants.
24-hour urine collection - Answer- Urine collected over a full day for testing.
Hemolysis - Answer- Destruction of red blood cells in a blood sample.
Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act - Answer- Regulation to protect workers from
needle injuries.
CMP - Answer- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel; tests for metabolic function.
Order of draw - Answer- Sequence for collecting blood samples to prevent
contamination.
CLIA regulations - Answer- Standards ensuring laboratory quality and accuracy.
Capillary draw site - Answer- Preferred site for blood collection in infants.
Negative nonverbal communication - Answer- Body language indicating disinterest or
defensiveness.
Venipuncture needle gauge - Answer- Size of needle; 21-23 gauge is most common.
Patient's Bill of Rights - Answer- Rights ensuring patient privacy and treatment
autonomy.
Seizure response - Answer- Actions taken during a patient's seizure event.
Gauze pressure application - Answer- Technique to control bleeding post-venipuncture.
, Blood alcohol specimen cleaning - Answer- Use of antiseptic to prepare skin for blood
draw.
Vibration sensation - Answer- Indicates a large vessel during palpation.
Blood specimen collection - Answer- Process of obtaining blood for laboratory testing.
Infection Control - Answer- Use gown, gloves, and mask for collections.
Hand Hygiene - Answer- Perform after removing gloves to prevent infection.
Sharps Container - Answer- Replace when 2/3 full to ensure safety.
Antimicrobial Wipes - Answer- Used for cleaning collection areas post-shift.
Brachial Artery - Answer- Punctured if bright red blood is observed.
Central Line Draw Site - Answer- Use palmar side of the wrist for access.
Tourniquet Application - Answer- Prolonged use can falsely elevate potassium levels.
Blood Spot Collection - Answer- Use a lancet for infant blood collection.
Elbow Positioning - Answer- Bending elbow can create a hematoma risk.
Geriatric Venipuncture - Answer- Pull skin taut to stabilize fragile veins.
Order of Draw - Answer- Yellow, light blue, lavender, gray for tests.
Dermal Puncture Site - Answer- Use right heel for toddler blood tests.
Hospital Acquired Infection - Answer- MRSA from venipuncture is considered hospital-
acquired.
Skin Preparation - Answer- Cleanse with concentric circular friction method.
First Step in Venipuncture - Answer- Identify the patient before any procedure.
Capillary Stick Device - Answer- Use heel stick lancet for newborn screening.
Consent for HIV Test - Answer- Obtain informed consent prior to testing.
Alcohol-Based Hand Rub - Answer- Not sufficient after removing soiled gloves.
Post-Introduction Steps - Answer- Explain procedure after identifying the patient.
COMBINED SET QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
Exposure control plan - Answer- Plan detailing procedures for handling workplace
exposures.
Pressure dressing - Answer- Dressing applied to control bleeding after venipuncture.
Lateral fingertip - Answer- Preferred site for capillary puncture in infants.
24-hour urine collection - Answer- Urine collected over a full day for testing.
Hemolysis - Answer- Destruction of red blood cells in a blood sample.
Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act - Answer- Regulation to protect workers from
needle injuries.
CMP - Answer- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel; tests for metabolic function.
Order of draw - Answer- Sequence for collecting blood samples to prevent
contamination.
CLIA regulations - Answer- Standards ensuring laboratory quality and accuracy.
Capillary draw site - Answer- Preferred site for blood collection in infants.
Negative nonverbal communication - Answer- Body language indicating disinterest or
defensiveness.
Venipuncture needle gauge - Answer- Size of needle; 21-23 gauge is most common.
Patient's Bill of Rights - Answer- Rights ensuring patient privacy and treatment
autonomy.
Seizure response - Answer- Actions taken during a patient's seizure event.
Gauze pressure application - Answer- Technique to control bleeding post-venipuncture.
, Blood alcohol specimen cleaning - Answer- Use of antiseptic to prepare skin for blood
draw.
Vibration sensation - Answer- Indicates a large vessel during palpation.
Blood specimen collection - Answer- Process of obtaining blood for laboratory testing.
Infection Control - Answer- Use gown, gloves, and mask for collections.
Hand Hygiene - Answer- Perform after removing gloves to prevent infection.
Sharps Container - Answer- Replace when 2/3 full to ensure safety.
Antimicrobial Wipes - Answer- Used for cleaning collection areas post-shift.
Brachial Artery - Answer- Punctured if bright red blood is observed.
Central Line Draw Site - Answer- Use palmar side of the wrist for access.
Tourniquet Application - Answer- Prolonged use can falsely elevate potassium levels.
Blood Spot Collection - Answer- Use a lancet for infant blood collection.
Elbow Positioning - Answer- Bending elbow can create a hematoma risk.
Geriatric Venipuncture - Answer- Pull skin taut to stabilize fragile veins.
Order of Draw - Answer- Yellow, light blue, lavender, gray for tests.
Dermal Puncture Site - Answer- Use right heel for toddler blood tests.
Hospital Acquired Infection - Answer- MRSA from venipuncture is considered hospital-
acquired.
Skin Preparation - Answer- Cleanse with concentric circular friction method.
First Step in Venipuncture - Answer- Identify the patient before any procedure.
Capillary Stick Device - Answer- Use heel stick lancet for newborn screening.
Consent for HIV Test - Answer- Obtain informed consent prior to testing.
Alcohol-Based Hand Rub - Answer- Not sufficient after removing soiled gloves.
Post-Introduction Steps - Answer- Explain procedure after identifying the patient.
