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OSHA - correct answer Establishes regulations and guidelines to direct phlebotomists to work at the highest level of safety possible when handling bio hazards and chemicals. The blood borne pathogens standard (OSHA) - correct answer - addresses use of PPE - availability to the Hep B immunization - Each workplace must have a exposure control plan - has guidelines to ensure safety - provides standard plans for after an exposure. - engineering controls and record keeping protocols PPE...

A phlebotomy technician should identify that which of the following additives is used to prevent the breakdown of glucose? - correct answer Sodium fluoride A Phlebotomy technician in an outpatient setting is identifying a patient before performing a venipuncture procedure. To confirm the patient's identity, which of the following questions should the technician ask? - correct answer "Would you please state and spell your full name and provide your date of birth" Which of the following i...

Order Of Draw - correct answer 1) Sterile Blood Cultures 2) Light Blue Top 3) Red Top 4) SST (Tiger Top) Serum Separator Tube 5) PST (Light Green Top) Plasma Separator Tube 6) Green Top 7) Lavender Top 8) Gray Top Sterile Blood Culture or (Yellow Top) - correct answer Additive: Media or SPS Tests: Looks for bacteria in the blood Light Blue Top - correct answer Additive: Sodium Citrate Type: Anticoagulant Tests: Coagulation Studies: PT, PTT, APTT Binds to calcium to prevent coag...

A phlebotomy technician is washing her hands at the beginning of her shift. Which of the following actions should the technician take? - correct answer Use enough soap to form a lather. Which of the following test results are affected when a phlebotomy technician uses povidone-iodine to cleanse a site for a dermal puncture? - correct answer Potassium A phlebotomy technician is removing his gloves after a venipuncture procedure. Which of the following actions should the technician take? - c...

A phlebotomist has a requisition to draw blood on a patient who has severe Downs' Syndrome. Which of the following steps should the phlebotomist take? - correct answer Speak with the patient's guardian before performing the venipuncture to ensure the explanation is understood Which of the following procedural steps for a finger stick should the phlebotomist do first? - correct answer Confirm the correct identity of the patient A phlebotomist is drawing blood from a patient and observes r...

A Phlebotomist has a requisition to draw blood on a patient who has severe Down syndrome. Which of the following steps should the Phlebotomist take? A) Explain the procedure to the patient in simple terms, then proceed with venipunture. B) Speak with the patients guardian before performing the venipuncture to ensure the explanation is understood C) Draw the Patient's blood without trying to explain the procedure D) Ask the patient's guardian to assist in holding the patient's arm...

What is the most preferred site for venipuncture? - correct answer Median Cubital Prior to preforming the capillary (dermal) puncture the PT should select the - correct answer Lancet size When collecting blood cultures from an adult patient it is recommended to collect - correct answer 8-10 mL per bottle Feather edge reflects the correct results for a - correct answer Peripheral Blood Smear What tests require fasting - correct answer Glucose, triglycerides, cholesterol, vitamin & min...

1. What temperature should a semen sample be transported? - correct answer 36-38 degrees C 2. Which of the following would result in a grossly hemolyzed specimen? a. Incorrect order of draw b. Incorrect needle gauge c. Applying tourniquet too close to the draw site d. Failure to invert tube - correct answer b. Incorrect needle gauge 3. Which of the following is proper procedure after collecting ammonia specimen? a. Protect from light b. Keep specimen warm c. Keep specimen at body te...

List 7 questions that the clinician should ask when determining the appropriate ventilator and mode of ventilation - correct answer 1- why does the patient need ventilatory support? 2- Does the ventilator problem require a special mechanical ventilation mode? 3- What therapeutic goals can be achieved by using a specific ventilation? 4- Does the patient need to be intubated, or can a mask be used? 5- Will the ventilatory support be provided in the intensive care unit, patient's home, or an e...

In which of the following situations is volume-controlled ventilation sometimes used? - correct answer I. When a precise PaCO2 has to be maintained (some closed-head injuries). II. When more even distribution of ventilation is required Spontaneous breath modes include all of the following except: - correct answer continuous mandatory ventilation assist-control. What is the primary physiological effect of positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)? - correct answer Increase the functional resi...