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NPS PHLEBOTOMY EXAM NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM
TEST BANK| COMPLETE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALREADY GRADED A+
Question 1
What is the most important step before collecting any blood specimen?
A. Apply the tourniquet
B. Verify patient identity
C. Select a tube color
D. Label the specimen
Answer: B. Verify patient identity
Rationale: Proper patient identification prevents specimen errors and ensures
accurate results.
Question 2
Which PPE should always be worn during routine venipuncture?
A. Face shield
B. Gown
C. Gloves
D. Shoe covers
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Answer: C. Gloves
Rationale: Gloves protect both the patient and healthcare worker from exposure
to bloodborne pathogens.
Question 3
Which vein is usually the first choice for venipuncture?
A. Basilic vein
B. Cephalic vein
C. Median cubital vein
D. Radial vein
Answer: C. Median cubital vein
Rationale: The median cubital vein is large, stable, and has a lower risk of
complications.
Question 4
How long should a tourniquet remain in place before blood collection?
A. No longer than 1 minute
B. 2 minutes
C. 3 minutes
D. 5 minutes
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Answer: A. No longer than 1 minute
Rationale: Prolonged tourniquet application may cause hemoconcentration and
inaccurate test results.
Question 5
What is the correct angle for needle insertion during routine venipuncture?
A. 5–10 degrees
B. 15–30 degrees
C. 45–60 degrees
D. 75–90 degrees
Answer: B. 15–30 degrees
Rationale: This angle allows safe entry into the vein while minimizing trauma.
Question 6
Which tube is collected first when blood cultures are ordered?
A. Lavender
B. Gray
C. Blood culture bottles
D. Green
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Answer: C. Blood culture bottles
Rationale: Blood cultures are collected first to reduce contamination risk.
Question 7
What additive is found in a lavender-top tube?
A. Sodium citrate
B. EDTA
C. Heparin
D. Sodium fluoride
Answer: B. EDTA
Rationale: EDTA preserves cellular components and is commonly used for
hematology testing.
Question 8
Which test commonly uses a lavender-top tube?
A. Glucose
B. CBC
C. PT/INR
D. Electrolytes
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NPS PHLEBOTOMY EXAM NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM
TEST BANK| COMPLETE EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALREADY GRADED A+
Question 1
What is the most important step before collecting any blood specimen?
A. Apply the tourniquet
B. Verify patient identity
C. Select a tube color
D. Label the specimen
Answer: B. Verify patient identity
Rationale: Proper patient identification prevents specimen errors and ensures
accurate results.
Question 2
Which PPE should always be worn during routine venipuncture?
A. Face shield
B. Gown
C. Gloves
D. Shoe covers
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Answer: C. Gloves
Rationale: Gloves protect both the patient and healthcare worker from exposure
to bloodborne pathogens.
Question 3
Which vein is usually the first choice for venipuncture?
A. Basilic vein
B. Cephalic vein
C. Median cubital vein
D. Radial vein
Answer: C. Median cubital vein
Rationale: The median cubital vein is large, stable, and has a lower risk of
complications.
Question 4
How long should a tourniquet remain in place before blood collection?
A. No longer than 1 minute
B. 2 minutes
C. 3 minutes
D. 5 minutes
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Answer: A. No longer than 1 minute
Rationale: Prolonged tourniquet application may cause hemoconcentration and
inaccurate test results.
Question 5
What is the correct angle for needle insertion during routine venipuncture?
A. 5–10 degrees
B. 15–30 degrees
C. 45–60 degrees
D. 75–90 degrees
Answer: B. 15–30 degrees
Rationale: This angle allows safe entry into the vein while minimizing trauma.
Question 6
Which tube is collected first when blood cultures are ordered?
A. Lavender
B. Gray
C. Blood culture bottles
D. Green
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Answer: C. Blood culture bottles
Rationale: Blood cultures are collected first to reduce contamination risk.
Question 7
What additive is found in a lavender-top tube?
A. Sodium citrate
B. EDTA
C. Heparin
D. Sodium fluoride
Answer: B. EDTA
Rationale: EDTA preserves cellular components and is commonly used for
hematology testing.
Question 8
Which test commonly uses a lavender-top tube?
A. Glucose
B. CBC
C. PT/INR
D. Electrolytes
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