PCT Module 4 Phlebotomy basics & equipment

Front

Why is it super important to use standard precautions when collecting specimens?

Back

To prevent infection

Front

The ______ veins are the ones that carry reoxygenated blood back to the heart from the lungs.

Back

Pulmonary

Front

Which of the following clues is NOT an acceptable patient identifier according to The Joint Commission?
Patient's full name,
Date of birth,
Last four digits of Social Security number,
Room number

Back

Room number

Front

Imagine you're in a lab with Emma and Aiden, and you spot a rip in the needle package just before a blood collection. What should you do?

Back

Discard the needle in a sharps container

Front

To prevent preanalytical errors in the lab, make sure to collect only the _______ amount necessary for testing.

Back

minimal

Front

Imagine you're a detective like Aria or Oliver, tasked with identifying a patient before collecting a specimen. Which of the following is the best practice to ensure you have the right person? Options: Ask the patient to confirm their room number, Verify the patient's identity using two identifiers, Use the patient's chart without asking, Assume the patient's identity based on appearance

Back

Verify the patient's identity using two identifiers

Front

Imagine you're a detective like Aria, tasked with ensuring blood samples reach the lab safely. Which of the following is a crucial clue to consider during your mission? The color of the sample, The temperature requirements, The patient's dietary habits, The time of day the sample was collected

Back

The temperature requirements