NHA Phlebotomy Review:

Front

When performing a capillary draw collection, which step should the phlebotomist take after selecting the site? Options: Squeeze the patient's finger, Secure the patient's hand, Cleanse the site with antiseptic, Label the specimen

Back

Cleanse the site with antiseptic

Front

A phlebotomist is preparing to draw blood from an infant. To calculate the blood volume that can be drawn, which type of patient information is needed? (Options: Weight, Height, Blood type, Birth date)

Back

Weight

Front

According to CLSI, the standard depth of a dermal puncture for an infant is __.

Back

2mm

Front

When a phlebotomist technician is introducing themselves after entering a patient's room, which tone of voice should they use?

Back

Quiet and professional

Front

Which of the following is a common complication when using a needle that is too small?
Hemodialysis, Collapsed vein, Hemoconcentration, Hemolysis

Back

Hemolysis

Front

Which of the following forms commonly accompanies a toxicology drug screen for legal purposes? Requisition, Chain of custody, CMS 1500, Encounter

Back

Chain of custody

Front

A phlebotomist should identify which of the following as the best site for phenylketonuria collection on an infant? The central area of the heel, The medial and lateral areas of the heel, The central area of the fingertip, The medial or lateral area of the fingertip

Back

The medial and lateral areas of the heel

Front

Which of the following is an appropriate choice for cleaning a surface contaminated with blood or body fluids? Povidone-iodine, 70% isopropyl alcohol, Boiling water, 10% bleach solution

Back

10% bleach solution

Front

When should the phlebotomist label the collection tubes?

Back

Immediately after collection

Front

A phlebotomist is preparing to obtain an inpatient specimen from a patient. Which of the following locations is the proper place for the phlebotomist to place the tourniquet? Options: On top of the patient's burn wound, Over the patient's gown sleeve, Above the patient's IV site, Over the patient's weeping rash

Back

Over the patient's gown sleeve