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1
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What is the process of withdrawing blood from a vein?

A

venipucture

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2
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Which of the following personnel may be found in a clinical lab?

A

all the choices

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3
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Which is not a personal characteristic of a professional Phlebotomist?

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Having a sense of humor

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4
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A type of communication barrier

A

stereotyping

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The correct term for “ the process of withdrawing blood from a vein” is

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venipunture

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6
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Phlebotomy skills would not include

A

Interpersonal skills

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7
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Professionals should be

A

All of the choices are correct

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8
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What does CBC stand for:

A

complete blood count

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9
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Which laboratory dept. performs CBCs?

A

Hematoloy

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10
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What does the prefix phlebo mean?

A

Veins

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11
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What is the most common chemistry test performed by POCT?

A

glucose

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12
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What is HIPAA?

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Designed to keep personal health information private

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13
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Proof of participation in workshops to upgrade skills required by some agencies to renew certification is called

A

CEUs

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14
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Which of the following is an example of a confirming response to a patient?

A

I understand how you must be feeling.

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15
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It is improper telephone protocol to:

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hang up on angry callers.

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16
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What is “informed consent”?

A

All of the answers

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17
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What is assault?

A

the attempt to touch or injure a person

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18
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What are the duties of CQI Committee?

A

B and C are correct

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19
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Every institution’s exposure control plan should be reviewed.

A

yearly

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20
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What is the Standard of Care?

A

Both a and b are correct.

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21
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What is the difference between law and ethics?

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ethics is a code of principles or a moral custom; laws govern medical conduct

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22
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Define Malpractice.

A

improper or unskilled care of a patient by a member of the health care team, unprofessional conduct or unreasonable lack of skill

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23
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The legal term for intent to cause harm or injury to a person and actualy doing so is called:

A

battery

24
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Two phlebotomists in an elevator are discussing a patient’s condition. They are overheard by the patient’s daughter. This is an example of

A

invasion of privacy.

25
Q

If a phlebotomist __________, he or she is negligent

A

fails to put the needle and holder in the sharps container

26
Q

The Joint Commission’s Sentinel Event QI program policy is designed to do all of the following EXCEPT;

A

demonstrate flexibility in setting QC measures.

27
Q

The “standard of care” in the practice of phlebotomy is influenced by which of the following organizations?

A

The Joint Commission

28
Q

The only phlebotomist in an outpatient drawing center is not familiar with the test that a physician has ordered. What is the most appropriate action to take?

A

Refer to the collection manual for instruction.

29
Q

A patient is refusing to have their blood drawn.The phlebotomist should do all of the following except:

A

force the patient to have his blood drawn

30
Q

The definition of a minor is anyone

A

younger than 18 years of age.

31
Q

Malpractice is a claim of

A

improper treatment.

32
Q

A specimen was mislabeled on the floor. The phlebotomist is required to fill out an incident report form. What information is NOT part of the report?

A

Suggestion for new guidelines

33
Q

What manual describes the necessary steps to follow in-patient preparation for lab tests?

A

procedure manuel

34
Q

Informed consent means that a:

A

patient agress to a procedure after being told of the consequences associated with it

35
Q

The statute of limitations timing can begin:

A

on the day the negligent act took place

36
Q

Which is not an example of proper laboratory safety?

A

Reusing gloves

37
Q

All of the following are ways an infection can spread between patients, except:

A

isolation

38
Q

A phlebotomist is required to wear which of the following PPE when performing a routine venipuncture:

A

gloves

39
Q

Microorganisms that cause disease are considered:

A

all of the choices

40
Q

When handling samples obtained from a patient with a transmittable blood borne disease, which additional precautions should be taken?

A

blood and body fluid precautions

41
Q

What is an inanimate object capable of carrying infectious organisms?

A

fomite

42
Q

When donning a gown, mask, respirator, face shield, and gloves, which item should be put on last?

A

gloves

43
Q

What government agency is responsible for workplace safety in the laboratory?

A

OSHA

44
Q

What is the FIRST thing the phlebotomist should do in the event of an accidental needlestick?

A

Wash the site with soap and water for at least 30 seconds.

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A
45
Q

Respiratory precautions will be used for which of the following disease(s)?

A

Tuberculosis

46
Q

Which of the following documents contains facts about chemicals,their hazards, and procedures for cleanup and first aid information?

A

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

47
Q

The most effective means of preventing the transmission of disease in a health care facility is:

A

hand washing

48
Q

To prevent aerosol from getting in a phlebotomist’s eyes, she/he should wear a:

A

goggles

49
Q

Most common LAI previous known as nosocomial laboratory infection is:

A

Hepatits

50
Q

Hepatitis B may be stable in dried blood for at least seven days.

A

True

51
Q

Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens can occur if which of the following happens while the healthcare worker is performing his or her duties?

A

All of the options are correct.

52
Q

It is necessary for phlebotomy technicians to wash their hands before putting on gloves and after removing them.

A

True

53
Q

When flames or smoke is seen in the laboratory, what is the first step to take?

A

pull the fire alarm

54
Q

In putting on PPE, the first article that is put on is the.

A

gown

55
Q

What term refers to a rapid,severe,life-threatening immune reaction?

A

anaphylaxis shock

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