Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) Petechiae is best described as Ans-Tiny purplish spots. Which of the following equipment should a phlebotomist use for a routine venipuncture procedure using the evacuated tube method? Ans-Multiple sample needle After collecting a bilirubin test, a phlebotomist should take which of the following actions postvenipuncture to ensure an accurate test result? Ans-The specimen should be kept away from direct light If a phlebotomist receives a call from the laboratory with a critical value after the physician has already left for the day, which of the following actions should be taken? Ans-Contact the physician out of the office to advise him of the results A phlebotomist should verify that a patient has fasted for how long prior to obtaining a fasting specimen? Ans-8 to 12 hr Which of the following actions can result in a violation of patient privacy? Ans-Discussing laboratory results with a patient's partner Which of the following is part of the correct procedure when collecting a capillary specimen? Ans-After the site has been punctured, wipe away the first drop of blood and collect the specimen When is it appropriate for a phlebotomist to label a specimen tube? Ans-After collecting the specimen before leaving the room A phlebotomist is preparing a collection for transport. Which of the following should be placed into an ice bath if processing is delayed for more than 30 min? Ans-Ammonia Which of the following criteria is acceptable in determining the quality of a peripheral blood smear? Ans-A feathered edge Which of the following additives must be in the vacuum tube for a blood culture? Ans-Sodium polyanethol sulfonate A phlebotomist has collected a lactic acid sample and needs to prepare the sample for processing and transportation. Which of the following methods is correct? Ans-Chill the sample A patient falls and sustains a mild laceration to his arm while on the care of the phlebotomist. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? Ans-Apply pressure over the wound with a clean cloth A phlebotomist has washed their hands in preparation for a routine venipuncture. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take to dry their hands? Ans-Dry hands with a clean disposable towel Which of the following precautions should a phlebotomist take when performing venipuncture on a patient who is on an active anticoagulant therapy? Ans-Apply direct pressure to the puncture site for an extended length of time There has been a chemical spill in the laboratory. To which of the following should a phlebotomist refer for directions to clean up the spill? Ans-SDS OSHA guidelines are standards for which of the following? Ans-Reduction of risks and injures to the employee A phlebotomist experiences a needlestick injury and discusses the event with the patient's partner without the patient's permission. The phlebotomist is now in violation of which of the following? AnsHIPAA How many times should an evacuated tube containing EDTA be inverted for adequate mixing of the blood with the anticoagulant? Ans-8 to 10 inversions When using the evacuated tube method, which of the following will result in a failed venipuncture if the needle is at a 45 degree angle upon insertion? Ans-The needle will go completely through the vein A phlebotomist should avoid using a site with burned skin during venipuncture for which of the following reasons? Ans-Increased risk of infection Which of the following is the vein of choice for a venipuncture procedure? Ans-Median cubital A phlebotomist is preparing to collect a blood specimen from a patient who has active Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Which of the following precautions should the phlebotomist follow? Ans-Airbone precautions Because of the time between collection and plasma separation, which of the following must the phlebotomist do? Ans-Centrifuge Which of the following information should a phlebotomist document for a blood culture collection? AnsSite of collection Which of the following techniques of needle insertion into the antecubital space is in accordance with suggested venipuncture guidelines? Ans-With the bevel facing up at an angle of 15 to 30 degrees Which of the following should a phlebotomist anticipate for a patient who has been taking warfarin? Ans-Increased bleeding time After completing a venipuncture using a syringe and needle, which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take? Ans-Deploy the safety device A phlebotomist is instructing a patient who has a suspected UTI about urine sample collection. The phlebotomist should instruct the patient to Ans-collect the sample midstream When a serum separation tube (SST) is collected, which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take to ensure optimal test results? Ans-Invert the tube 5 to 8 times and thens set for 30 min prior to centrifugation Which of the following must a phlebotomist perform to demonstrate proficiency in aseptic technique? Ans-Proper disposal of contaminated materials Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take when using a tourniquet? Ans-Release the tourniquet with one hand Which of the following lancet positions should a phlebotomist use for a capillary blood collection on a healthy adult patient? Ans-Perpendicular to the fingerprint grooves A phlebotomist obtains a 2 hr postprandial glucose test. Which of the following should be recognized as a panic value? Ans-55 mg/dl A phlebotomist has just obtained a capillary blood specimen for bilirubin levels. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take when sending the specimen to an outside laboratory? Ans-Place the specimen in an amber- or brown-colored biohazard bag A laboratory is scheduled for a routine annual inspection with the primary focus on equipment maintenance logs. Which of the following areas will be the focus of the inspection? Ans-Mechanical safety If no vein is apparent on first inspection, which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take before reapplying the tourniquet? Ans-Have the patient rest their arm in a downward position A phlebotomist has duplicate orders for a patient. How should the order be verified? Ans-Call the provider to confirm the test requisition for the patient Which of the following types of tests is a phlebotomist allowed to perform according to CLIA regulations? Ans-Occult blood detection Which of the following staff members should distribute patient results to an ordering provider? AnsCharge nurse Which of the following is in accordance with quality control regulations for CLIA-waived procedures? Ans-Checking the expiration dates on the venipuncture tubes daily Which of the following is a requirement for the handling and cleaning up of biohazardous materials in the laboratory? Ans-Warning labels are present on the material containers A phlebotomist is preparing a blood smear slide. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take before transporting the specimen? Ans-Allow the smear to air dry A phlebotomist enters a patient's room and observes the patient to be motionless and cyanotic. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take first? Ans-Ask the patient if they are okay in a loud voice A phlebotomist observes a hematoma developing at the site of a venous blood draw. The phlebotomist should Ans-release the tourniquet and stop the draw Which of the following pairs of blood tests is appropriate for a fasting specimen? Ans-Glucose and triglycerides Which of the following is the correct order of collection? Ans-Citrate, heparin, EDTA, fluoride A NIOSH-certified N95 or higher level mask should be worn when entering what type of isolation room? Ans-Airborne Which of the following describes the process of obtaining implied consent for venipuncture? Ans-The phlebotomist explains the procedure, the patient nods and tells the phlebotomist the procedure is understood and that there are no questions When performing a blood draw, which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take next after confirming the ordered tests on the requisition slip? Ans-Prepare the collection equipment A large spill has occurred in a laboratory involving venous blood. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? Ans-Pour bleach on the spill and let it soak for 60 seconds If a phlebotomist's hands are visibly soiled with blood or body fluids, which of the following decontamination agents should the phlebotomist use to clean them? Ans-Soap and water Which of the following sites is appropriate to prepare for dermal specimen collection on a toddler? AnsNondominant third finger Which of the following tube additives promotes clot formation? Ans-Citrate A phlebotomist has just performed a quality control analysis on a monitoring instrument and the test results exceed the manufacturer's tolerance limits. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? Ans-Document the failure and proceed with corrective action Which of the following is the preferred position for a patient who has a history of syncope to be in during a venipuncture? Ans-Supine A phlebotomist is preparing to draw blood from an infant. To calculate the blood volume that can be drawn, which of the following types of patient information must the phlebotomist have? Ans-Weight According to the CLSI order or draw guidelines, which of the following sampl