what are the desired traits of a phlebotomist? - ANSWERSrespect, service, growth
which of the following is NOT considered a serum tube? - ANSWERSlight yellow
how do physicians utilize laboratory test results? - ANSWERSdetect problems, monitor patients, determine if treatment is having the des...
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what are the desired traits of a phlebotomist? - ANSWERSrespect, service, growth
which of the following is NOT considered a serum tube? - ANSWERSlight yellow
how do physicians utilize laboratory test results? - ANSWERSdetect problems, monitor
patients, determine if treatment is having the desired effect
what is the most common needle gauge and length used for venipuncture? -
ANSWERS21 gauge and 1.5 inches
the __________ top tube is normally used for blood banks - ANSWERSpink
the __________ top tube must be filled completely up to the indicated line -
ANSWERSlight blue
on average how many times do you invert your vacutainer tubes? - ANSWERS8-10
what is the purpose of the "order of draw"? - ANSWERSto reduce the effects of "carry
over"
"mistakes and errors happen, but when you intentionally harm someone it is against
ethical standards" - ANSWERStrue
what tube is responsible for coagulation studies? - ANSWERSlight blue
which of the following tubes is used for hematology determinations? -
ANSWERSlavender
how many inches above the venipuncture site do you apply the tourniquet? -
ANSWERS3-4 inches
the evacuated tubes are vacuumed sealed - ANSWERStrue
what tube(s) are used for trace element levels? - ANSWERSroyal blue
what are the 3 main veins in the antecubital fossa? - ANSWERScephalic, median
cubital, basilic
how long does a serum tube need to clot before it can be centrifuged? - ANSWERS30
minutes
, what is the angle of your needle when drawing with the evacuated tube system? -
ANSWERS15-30 degrees
which of the following sites should be avoided when drawing blood? - ANSWERSsame
side as mastectomy, skin with burns/scars, above an IV
what is the most common complication associated with phlebotomy? -
ANSWERShematoma
what are the 5 main items that need to be on a requisition before drawing blood? -
ANSWERSpatient's name, gender, doctor information, medical record number, DOB
where would you look to see if the patient has an allergy? - ANSWERSthe requisition
what words/phrases cannot be used to indicate the physician needs a test done right
away? - ANSWERSnow
when must you label your specimens? - ANSWERSin front of the patient, before the
patient leaves the collection area, before you leave the bedside
what is the best way to identify your patients in a hospital setting? - ANSWERSask them
to state their first and last name, DOB, check wrist band
phlebotomy students should always let the patient know that they are students -
ANSWERStrue
what does HIPAA stand for? - ANSWERSHealth Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act
how do you verify an outpatient's information before drawing blood? - ANSWERShave
them tell you their first and last name and date of birth
which of the following mandates maintaining the patient's privacy and confidentiality? -
ANSWERSHIPAA
what would be a violation of HIPAA? - ANSWERSa phlebotomist takes a picture at work
and posts it on social media with patient information showing in the background
what are the 4 different types of consent? - ANSWERSinformed, expressed, implied,
and consent for minors
if you ask a patient if you can draw their blood and they do not respond but put their arm
our, can you continue to draw their blood? - ANSWERSyes
typically how long must a patient fast if their test requires them to be fasting? -
ANSWERS8-12
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