MEDCA Study Guide Questions and Answers
The _____is the pressure is the pressure when the heart is contracted. - Answer-systolic pressure
A chemical substance that prevents the blood from clotting is called an
____. - Answer-anticoagulant
____ refers to the steady-state condition. - Answe...
The _____is the pressure is the pressure when the heart is contracted. - Answer-
systolic pressure
A chemical substance that prevents the blood from clotting is called an
____. - Answer-anticoagulant
____ refers to the steady-state condition. - Answer-Homeostasis
_____ cannot be converted into bar code symbols. - Answer-Handwritten information
____ fluid is tissue fluid. - Answer-Interstitial
Fragile veins are most likely to be found in ___ patients. - Answer-geriatric (old)
After a finger stick is performed, the phlebotomist _____ with gauze. - Answer-should
wipe away the
first drop of blood
The best angle for spreading a blood smear is by using two glass slides at ____
degrees. - Answer-30
Skin puncture samples are often used for _____ - Answer-white blood cell differentials.
During a skin puncture procedure, the cut should be ____. - Answer-across the
fingerprint
lines
In most cases, blood collected to determine medication levels should be
collected ____ to be given. - Answer-just prior to the next dose of medication
In relation to veins, the term ___ means obstructed. - Answer-occluded
The ___ has a pulse. - Answer-thumb
The last step in any phlebotomy procedure, including skin puncture is
_____. - Answer-checking that the bleeding has stopped and thanking the patient for
cooperating
The best way to decontaminate a phlebotomist's hands if they are visibly
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Scholarsstudyguide. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for £10.59. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
