Venipuncture Knowledge Quiz

Which of the following veins is most commonly used for venipuncture due to its accessibility and lack of significant nerve supply?

• Basilic vein

• Cephalic vein

• Median cubital vein

• Radial vein

• Dorsal hand vein

What is the correct angle for needle insertion during venipuncture?

• 5-10 degrees

• 10-15 degrees

• 15-30 degrees

• 30-45 degrees

• 45-60 degrees

Which additive is used in the purple-top tube, commonly used for hematology tests?

• Sodium citrate

• Lithium heparin

• EDTA

• Sodium fluoride

• Potassium oxalate

Which action ensures patient identification accuracy before starting venipuncture?

• Verify the patient's chart only

• Ask for the patient's phone number

• Confirm the patient's name and date of birth

• Confirm only with the patient's family

• Check the room number

When performing venipuncture, what should you do if the patient reports feeling dizzy or faint?

• Continue the procedure quickly to finish

• Lower the patient’s head and elevate their legs

• Stop the procedure and call for assistance

• Apply a cold compress on the patient’s forehead

• Encourage the patient to drink water immediately

What is the correct sequence of steps when performing venipuncture?

• Apply tourniquet, clean site, insert needle, release tourniquet, withdraw needle

• Clean site, apply tourniquet, insert needle, withdraw needle, release tourniquet

• Insert needle, clean site, apply tourniquet, release tourniquet, withdraw needle

• Apply tourniquet, insert needle, clean site, release tourniquet, withdraw needle

• Clean site, insert needle, apply tourniquet, release tourniquet, withdraw needle