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QUESTION 1
What is the primary purpose of a phlebotomist?
A. Diagnose diseases
✔ B. Collect blood specimens for testing
C. Prescribe medications
D. Perform surgery
Answer: B ✔
,Explanation: Phlebotomists are trained to safely collect
blood samples for laboratory testing, not to diagnose or
treat patients.
QUESTION 2
Which vein is most commonly used for venipuncture?
A. Cephalic vein
✔ B. Median cubital vein
C. Basilic vein
D. Femoral vein
Answer: B ✔
Explanation: The median cubital vein is large, stable, and
less painful, making it the preferred site.
QUESTION 3
What is the first step before drawing blood?
,A. Apply tourniquet
✔ B. Identify the patient
C. Insert needle
D. Label tubes
Answer: B ✔
Explanation: Patient identification ensures correct specimen
collection and prevents medical errors.
QUESTION 4
How long should a tourniquet be applied?
A. 1–2 minutes
✔ B. No longer than 1 minute
C. 5 minutes
D. 10 minutes
Answer: B ✔
Explanation: Prolonged tourniquet use can cause
hemoconcentration and alter test results.
, QUESTION 5
Which additive prevents blood from clotting in a lavender
tube?
A. Heparin
✔ B. EDTA
C. Sodium citrate
D. Gel separator
Answer: B ✔
Explanation: EDTA binds calcium, preventing clot formation
in hematology tests.
QUESTION 6
What is the correct order of draw?
✔ A. Blood cultures → Light blue → Red → Green →
Lavender