ASCP Laboratory Operations Exam Questions And
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Your friend calls and asks you to access his test results. Which does this violate -
ANSWER HIPAA
An ICD-9 code is related to - ANSWER test methodology
A technician asks you to clean out the chemical reagent storeroom and discard any
reagents not used in the past 5 years. How should the technician proceed - ANSWER
Consult MSDS for proper disposal
Using a common labeling system for hazardous material identification such as HMIS or
NFPA 704, what does the red quadrant indicate - ANSWER flammability
If the HMIS or NFPA 704 hazardous material identification system has a number 4 in
the left blue quadrant, it represents a - ANSWER high health hazard
Which chemical is a potential carcinogen - ANSWER formaldehyde
Compressed gas cylinders should: - ANSWER Be secured upright to the wall or other
stable source
A chemical test is extremely volatile, flammable, and capable or forming explosive
peroxides upon long term contact with atmospheric oxygen is - ANSWER diethyl ether
The HMIS or NFPA 704hazardous material identification system rating for a slightly
toxic chemical would be - ANSWER 1 in the blue quadrant
A chemical that causes immediate visible destruction or irreversible alterations of
human tissue at the contact site is best classified as a(n) - ANSWER corrosive
Labels on shipped chemicals from manufacturers, importers or distributors are required
to include information on - ANSWER appropriate hazard warnings
,When hazardous chemicals are transferred from the original appropriately labeled
container(s) to a secondary container for immediate use by the person performing the
transfer, it: - ANSWER does not require labeling
Which hazardous chemical combinations are incompatible and should not be stored
together - ANSWER chlorine and ammonia
A technologist spilled 10 gallons of formaldehyde on the floor. After determining the
chemical poses a significant health hazard, the first action step would be to -
ANSWER evacuate the area
A gallon of xylene waste should be - ANSWER disposed of as an EPA hazardous
waste through a licensed waste hauler
A technologist, who has been routinely working with hazardous chemicals, begins to
notice symptoms of persistent headaches after exposure to these chemicals. What is
the first action the technologist should take - ANSWER report situation to supervisor
When an employee reports signs and symptoms of a chemical exposure, the employer
should suggests medical consultation and evaluation, which is paid by the - ANSWER
employer on work time without loss of pay
When initial or baseline chemical exposure monitoring required by OSHA for
substances like formaldehyde or xylene is performed and the results are within
permissible exposure limits, repeat monitoring should be performed - ANSWER when
procedures or equipment surrounding use of the specific chemical change
An example of PPE for handling hazardous chemicals is - ANSWER nitrile gloves
One of the elements of a written lab chemical hygiene plan is to - ANSWER designate
a lab chemical hygiene officer
The purpose of the OSHA hazard communication, general industry standard, 29 CFR,
subpart Z, 1910.1200, is to require employers to establish a program ensuring
personnel are provided with information regarding the workplace dangers of -
ANSWER hazardous chemicals
A flame indicates - ANSWER flammable
When working with sharp equipment and objects, use a - ANSWER mechanical device
, For safe operation of a centrifuge: - ANSWER ensure proper balance is maintained
For safe use and handling of liquid nitrogen - ANSWER shield all skin and use a face
shield
Incident reports for occupational injury or illness should - ANSWER be filed for all
incidents including near miss incidents
According to OSHA, what type of warning sign should be posted in an area where an
immediate hazard exists and where special precautions are necessary - ANSWER
red, black, and white "danger" sign
All laboratory instruments should - ANSWER be grounded or double insulated
If areas of the lab are designated as "clean" or "contaminated", is it appropriate for a
technologist to - ANSWER Touch a "contaminated" area phone with un-gloved hands
if hands are washed afterward
For fire safety and prevention - ANSWER hallways and corridors should be clear and
free of obstruction at all times
What does the NFPA diamond represent - ANSWER chemical hazardous materials
Flammable and combustible liquids in containers >/ 5 gallons should be stored in a(n) -
ANSWER approved safety can
After receiving appropriate training, the first step in using a fire extinguisher is to -
ANSWER pull the pin
To help prevent electrical fires in healthcare facilities - ANSWER use only UL or other
safety-agency-rated electrical equipment
In addition to keeping the load close to your body and tightening your abdominal
muscles when lifting heavy boxes of supplies, it is important to bend at the - ANSWER
kneed and hips; lift with legs and buttocks
The best way to prevent or relieve symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome is to -
ANSWER maintain wrists in a neutral position
Answers Verified 100% Correct
Your friend calls and asks you to access his test results. Which does this violate -
ANSWER HIPAA
An ICD-9 code is related to - ANSWER test methodology
A technician asks you to clean out the chemical reagent storeroom and discard any
reagents not used in the past 5 years. How should the technician proceed - ANSWER
Consult MSDS for proper disposal
Using a common labeling system for hazardous material identification such as HMIS or
NFPA 704, what does the red quadrant indicate - ANSWER flammability
If the HMIS or NFPA 704 hazardous material identification system has a number 4 in
the left blue quadrant, it represents a - ANSWER high health hazard
Which chemical is a potential carcinogen - ANSWER formaldehyde
Compressed gas cylinders should: - ANSWER Be secured upright to the wall or other
stable source
A chemical test is extremely volatile, flammable, and capable or forming explosive
peroxides upon long term contact with atmospheric oxygen is - ANSWER diethyl ether
The HMIS or NFPA 704hazardous material identification system rating for a slightly
toxic chemical would be - ANSWER 1 in the blue quadrant
A chemical that causes immediate visible destruction or irreversible alterations of
human tissue at the contact site is best classified as a(n) - ANSWER corrosive
Labels on shipped chemicals from manufacturers, importers or distributors are required
to include information on - ANSWER appropriate hazard warnings
,When hazardous chemicals are transferred from the original appropriately labeled
container(s) to a secondary container for immediate use by the person performing the
transfer, it: - ANSWER does not require labeling
Which hazardous chemical combinations are incompatible and should not be stored
together - ANSWER chlorine and ammonia
A technologist spilled 10 gallons of formaldehyde on the floor. After determining the
chemical poses a significant health hazard, the first action step would be to -
ANSWER evacuate the area
A gallon of xylene waste should be - ANSWER disposed of as an EPA hazardous
waste through a licensed waste hauler
A technologist, who has been routinely working with hazardous chemicals, begins to
notice symptoms of persistent headaches after exposure to these chemicals. What is
the first action the technologist should take - ANSWER report situation to supervisor
When an employee reports signs and symptoms of a chemical exposure, the employer
should suggests medical consultation and evaluation, which is paid by the - ANSWER
employer on work time without loss of pay
When initial or baseline chemical exposure monitoring required by OSHA for
substances like formaldehyde or xylene is performed and the results are within
permissible exposure limits, repeat monitoring should be performed - ANSWER when
procedures or equipment surrounding use of the specific chemical change
An example of PPE for handling hazardous chemicals is - ANSWER nitrile gloves
One of the elements of a written lab chemical hygiene plan is to - ANSWER designate
a lab chemical hygiene officer
The purpose of the OSHA hazard communication, general industry standard, 29 CFR,
subpart Z, 1910.1200, is to require employers to establish a program ensuring
personnel are provided with information regarding the workplace dangers of -
ANSWER hazardous chemicals
A flame indicates - ANSWER flammable
When working with sharp equipment and objects, use a - ANSWER mechanical device
, For safe operation of a centrifuge: - ANSWER ensure proper balance is maintained
For safe use and handling of liquid nitrogen - ANSWER shield all skin and use a face
shield
Incident reports for occupational injury or illness should - ANSWER be filed for all
incidents including near miss incidents
According to OSHA, what type of warning sign should be posted in an area where an
immediate hazard exists and where special precautions are necessary - ANSWER
red, black, and white "danger" sign
All laboratory instruments should - ANSWER be grounded or double insulated
If areas of the lab are designated as "clean" or "contaminated", is it appropriate for a
technologist to - ANSWER Touch a "contaminated" area phone with un-gloved hands
if hands are washed afterward
For fire safety and prevention - ANSWER hallways and corridors should be clear and
free of obstruction at all times
What does the NFPA diamond represent - ANSWER chemical hazardous materials
Flammable and combustible liquids in containers >/ 5 gallons should be stored in a(n) -
ANSWER approved safety can
After receiving appropriate training, the first step in using a fire extinguisher is to -
ANSWER pull the pin
To help prevent electrical fires in healthcare facilities - ANSWER use only UL or other
safety-agency-rated electrical equipment
In addition to keeping the load close to your body and tightening your abdominal
muscles when lifting heavy boxes of supplies, it is important to bend at the - ANSWER
kneed and hips; lift with legs and buttocks
The best way to prevent or relieve symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome is to -
ANSWER maintain wrists in a neutral position
