Phlebotomy Quiz
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What is the primary reason for performing a differential blood count in hematology?
A. To determine the oxygen-carrying capacity of blood
B. To identify the presence of abnormal cells
C. To count the total number of blood cells
D. To measure the levels of various blood proteins
Basic metabolic panels (BMPs) are performed in which department?
A. chemistry
B. hematology
C. microbiology
D. urinalysis
A patient feels faint, remove the tourniquet & withdraw the needle as quickly as possible.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE
The first thing a Phlebotomist should do when entering a patient’s room is:
A. wash hands
B. knock
C. close the curtain for privacy
D. gather supplies
A phlebotomist who appears knowledgeable, honest, and sincere is creating in the patient a sense of:
A. control
B. dependency
C. empathy
D. trust
Which of the following is a chemistry test?
A. Hemoglobin A1c
B. hematocrit
C. Platelet count
D. RBC
Which tube is typically used for collecting blood samples for glucose testing?
A. Yellow-top tube
B. Green-top tube
C. Grey-top tube
D. Purple-top tube
Which of the following is the name or abbreviation of the federal law that established standards for the electronic exchange of patient information?
A. CLIA
B. HIPAA
C. Medicare
D. OSHA
The medical specialty treats patients with tumors?
A. Geriatrics
B. Oncology
C. Ophthalmology
D. Orthopedics
In order to protect themselves on the job, phlebotomy should have which character trait?
A. propensity for cleanliness
B. fear of infectious disease
C. expressing themselves loudly
D. being suspicions of peers
What is the significance of the ‘order of draw’ in phlebotomy?
A. To ensure the comfort of the patient during blood collection
B. To prevent contamination of sterile equipment
C. To minimize the risk of cross-contamination between different additives in collection tubes
D. To determine the priority of tests based on their urgency
Short term treatment for an urgent injury or medical condition
A. acute care
B. short care
C. long term care
D. rapid care
Clinical laboratory standards of practice in the United States have been established by which of the following organizations?
A. FDA
B. CLSI
C. NRA
D. CMS
What is the primary reason for asking patients to hydrate well before a blood draw?
A. To make the blood draw more painful
B. To increase the volume of blood for collection
C. To dilute the blood, making certain tests more accurate
D. To ensure veins are more accessible and blood flow is improved
A patient loses trust in a phlebotomists when they
A. brushes off the patient’s concerns
B. conveys understanding
C. looks like a professional
D. makes good eye contact
Which of the following situations allows patients to feel in control?
A. agreeing with patients that it is their right to refuse a blood draw
B. informing patients that you are going to collect a blood sample
C. insisting that patients cooperate and let you draw needed samples
D. telling patients they are not to eat or drink anything during a test
The doctor ordered a CBC with Diff, PT/INR, PTT, & HgbA1C. The correct order of draw is:
A. Gold (SST)
B. Blue then Lavender
C. Lavender then Blue
D. Green then Lavender
Part of being a responsible member of a health care team involves
A. being confident at all times
B. understanding the mission, goals, objectives
C. always avoiding conflict
D. sticking to a decision regardless of advice from advice
For how long can a blood specimen for a hematology test be stored at room temperature before testing?
A. 1-2 hours
B. 24-48 hours
C. Up to 6 hours
D. Up to 72 hours
Phlebotomy is used as a therapeutic treatment for:
A. diabetes
B. hypothyroidism
C. phlebitis
D. polycythemia
What are some common hematology tests that require a fasting specimen?
A. Thyroid function tests
B. Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) test
C. Complete blood count (CBC) test
D. Fasting blood glucose (FBG) and lipid profile tests
Which tube color is typically used for collecting blood samples for erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) tests?
A. Yellow-top tube
B. Black-top tube
C. Purple-top tube
D. Blue-top tube
correct order of clinical laboratory workflow pathway
A. preanalytical phase, postanalytical phase, analytical phase
B. postanalytical phase, analytical phase, preanalytical phase
C. preanalytical phase, analytical phase, postanalytical phase,
D. postanalytical phase, preanalytical phase, analytical phase
Anticoagulants ___ blood from clotting.
A. loosen
B. enhance
C. prevent
Which of the following departments performs blood cultures?
A. chemistry
B. hematology
C. microbiology
D. urinalysis
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