phlebotomy final exam 100 questions
which of the following best indication that a patient might be at risk of syncope?
paleness and sweating
why is it important for a phlebotomist to invert anticoagulant tubes?
c. To ensure proper mixing of blood and additive
which of the following protects a patient's information?
HIPPA
which of the following needle size is not used for laboratory assays for collection of donor
units of blood?
18 gauge
how many minutes within collection of a urine sample should the phlebotomist take the
temperature of specimen?
Within 4 minutes
Quality control checklists ensure machines are inspected for compliance at time intervals
specific to the equipment and
clinical application
which of the following actions will most likely prevent a needle stick injury?
Replacing sharps container when they have reached their fill line
which of the following pieces of information need to be on a laboratory requisition form
before a phlebotomist should proceed with obtaining a blood specimen?
A specimen identification code
A patient is listening to a phlebotomist explain the venipuncture process before initiating the
blood draw. The patient communicates their understanding but seems hesitant and
confused. how should the phlebotomist handle the situation?
The phlebotomist should find another way to phrase the explanation and invite the patient to
ask any clarifying questions
The additive in a Pink Top Tube used in blood banking is which of the following?
, Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA)
3 multiple choice options
if a patient verbally or physically refuses a venipuncture procedure, the phlebotomist should
be, which of the following?
the phlebotomist should immediately report the refusal and actions taken to their supervisor
what is the recommended allowance for a total volume of blood draw from a patient within a
24 hour Period
1%-5%
which of the following is a proper way of phlebotomist should dispose of a needle
The phlebotomist should put it into a sharp container, SAFETY CAPPED, after withdrawing it
from the patient's arm.
when drawing blood from a patient who has a contagious pathogen like COVID-19, which
PPE provides a best protection for a phlebotomist
surgical mask
how should a vitamin B6 be transported in order to protect its photosensitive nature?
It should be transported in an amber or brown colored biohazard bag
before asking permission to obtain a specimen from a patient of phlebotomy should
the phlebotomist should introduce themselves to the patient and any healthcare team
member in the room
What is an IDC-10 code?
ICD-10 codes classify diagnoses and diseases
If a patient expresses that they often faint when getting their blood drawn, a phlebotomist
should do which of the following?
The phlebotomist should perform the blood draw while the patient lies down
How many inversions of a Lavender Top Tube should be done before placing it in the
specimen collection tray?
8-10 times
which of the following best indication that a patient might be at risk of syncope?
paleness and sweating
why is it important for a phlebotomist to invert anticoagulant tubes?
c. To ensure proper mixing of blood and additive
which of the following protects a patient's information?
HIPPA
which of the following needle size is not used for laboratory assays for collection of donor
units of blood?
18 gauge
how many minutes within collection of a urine sample should the phlebotomist take the
temperature of specimen?
Within 4 minutes
Quality control checklists ensure machines are inspected for compliance at time intervals
specific to the equipment and
clinical application
which of the following actions will most likely prevent a needle stick injury?
Replacing sharps container when they have reached their fill line
which of the following pieces of information need to be on a laboratory requisition form
before a phlebotomist should proceed with obtaining a blood specimen?
A specimen identification code
A patient is listening to a phlebotomist explain the venipuncture process before initiating the
blood draw. The patient communicates their understanding but seems hesitant and
confused. how should the phlebotomist handle the situation?
The phlebotomist should find another way to phrase the explanation and invite the patient to
ask any clarifying questions
The additive in a Pink Top Tube used in blood banking is which of the following?
, Potassium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA)
3 multiple choice options
if a patient verbally or physically refuses a venipuncture procedure, the phlebotomist should
be, which of the following?
the phlebotomist should immediately report the refusal and actions taken to their supervisor
what is the recommended allowance for a total volume of blood draw from a patient within a
24 hour Period
1%-5%
which of the following is a proper way of phlebotomist should dispose of a needle
The phlebotomist should put it into a sharp container, SAFETY CAPPED, after withdrawing it
from the patient's arm.
when drawing blood from a patient who has a contagious pathogen like COVID-19, which
PPE provides a best protection for a phlebotomist
surgical mask
how should a vitamin B6 be transported in order to protect its photosensitive nature?
It should be transported in an amber or brown colored biohazard bag
before asking permission to obtain a specimen from a patient of phlebotomy should
the phlebotomist should introduce themselves to the patient and any healthcare team
member in the room
What is an IDC-10 code?
ICD-10 codes classify diagnoses and diseases
If a patient expresses that they often faint when getting their blood drawn, a phlebotomist
should do which of the following?
The phlebotomist should perform the blood draw while the patient lies down
How many inversions of a Lavender Top Tube should be done before placing it in the
specimen collection tray?
8-10 times
