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Quiz #11 Chapters 17, 18, & 21 Flashcards

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What is the study of blood called?

A

Hematology

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Individual who collects a blood sample is called a___________?

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Phlebotomist

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The most common site for venipuncture is the___________?

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Antecubital Space

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3
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A substance that inhibits blood clotting?

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Anticoagulant

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What is defined as a swelling or mass of coagulated blood caused by a break in a blood vessel?

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Hematoma

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5
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How many pints of blood does the average adult body contain?

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10 to 12 pints

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True or False: if the median cubital vein cannot be seen but still can be palpated, it should not be used as the first choice.

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False

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7
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How many types of anemia have been identified?

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More than 400

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8
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True or False: it is possible for blood to flow from the evacuated tube back into the patient’s vein during the procedure.

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True

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The reference range for a white blood cell count is_________________white blood cells per cubic millimeter of blood.

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4,500 - 11,000

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10
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The best of vein to use in the antecubital space is the______________.

A

Median Cubital

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11
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A condition in which there is a decrease in the erythrocytes or amount of hemoglobin in the blood.

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Anemia

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12
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In which position should the bevel be when inserting the needle?

A

Up

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13
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What is the abbreviation for complete blood count?

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CBC

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14
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___________means the puncturing of a vein for the removal of a venous blood sample.

A

Venipuncture

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15
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True or False: platelets are also known as thrombocytes?

A

True

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16
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The temporary slowing or cessation of venous blood flow is called________?

A

Venous Stasis

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17
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The hemoglobin value indirectly measures the bloods__________________.

A

Oxygen Carrying Capability.

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18
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There are two methods for performing a venipuncture in the medical office. What are they and when are they used?

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Vacuum Tube- fastest and most often used.

Butterfly- used for difficult draws.

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19
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There are_______types of white blood cells (leukocytes) each having a certain__________.

A

5 types.

Size, Shape, Appearance, and Function.

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20
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What is the order of draw when the vacuum tube system is used, and when multiple tubes of blood are to be drawn?

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  1. Blood culture tube
  2. Coagulation tube
  3. Serum tubes
  4. Anticoagulant tubes
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21
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What is the usual desired PT/INR range for a patient on Warfarin therapy following a stroke or heart attack, or for a patient with recurring atrial fibrillation?

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Between 2.0 and 3.0

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22
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Plasma from which the clotting factor fibrinogen has been removed?

A

Serum

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23
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Blood consists of two parts. What are they?

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Liquid and Solid

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If the patient appears nervous or has fainted in the past from venipuncture, it is best to put them in a___________position.
Semireclining
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True or False: Iron-deficiency anemia can result from an increased need for iron by the body or an increased loss of iron from the body.
True
26
What is the breakdown of blood cells?
Hemolysis
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True or False: the PT/INR requires only a small tube of blood (4 to 5 mL)?
True
28
________is an increase in the concentration of non-filterable blood components in the blood vessels, such as red blood cells, enzymes, iron, and calcium as a result of decrease in the fluid content of the blood.
Hemoconcentration
29
The purpose of the________is to measure the percentage volume of packed red blood cells in the whole blood.
Hematocrit
30
True or False: you may substitute one additive tube for another when performing a type of test?
False
31
An abnormal decrease in the number of leukocytes?
Leukopenia
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True or False: A hematoma is defined as the non swelling or mass of coagulated blood caused by a break in a blood vessel.
False
33
True or False: Warafin is not an anticoagulant which inhibits the formation of blood clots in the body.
False
34
An injury in which one end of a bone making up a joint is separated or displaced from its normal position.
Dislocation
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A sudden episode of involuntary muscular contractions and relaxation, often accompanied by change in sensation, behavior, and level of consciousness is called a_________.
Seizure
36
What we call a cart with the medications, equipment, and supplies needed for lifesaving procedures in an emergency.
A Crash Cart
37
A stroke is also called___________.
Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA)
38
What is the abbreviation for Emergency Medical Services?
EMS
39
A Myocardial Infarction is also known as?
Heart Attack
40
Emergency situations that occur in the medical office should follow immediate care by?
Physician
41
What's the most common type of bleeding?
Capillary Bleeding
42
Any break in the bone is a_________.
Fracture
43
What is a site on the body where an artery lies close to the surface of the skin and can be compressed against an underlying bone?
Pressure Point
44
________is a wound made by sharp, pointed object piercing the skins layers and sometimes the underlying structures.
Puncture
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________is an injury to the tissues caused by exposure to thermal, electrical, or radioactive agents.
Burn
46
What is the most serious type of external bleeding?
Arterial Bleeding
47
True or False: Most poisonings occur in the home, are accidental, and occur in children younger than 5 years of age?
True
48
Narcan is a medication used for________?
Poisoning
49
Frostbite can result from exposure to________.
Cold
50
The tearing of a ligament at a joint is a_______.
Sprain
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The stretching and tearing of muscles or tendons is a_________.
Strain
52
True or False: shock is defined as the failure of the cardiovascular system to deliver blood to the bodies vital organs?
True
53
Hyperventilation literally means.......
Over Breathing
54
_________is a condition characterized by wheezing, coughing, and dyspnea.
Asthma
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True or False: In general, loss of 25% to 40% of an individual's total blood volume can be fatal.
True
56
The most common burn is a______________.
First Degree Burn
57
__________seizures are the most common type, occurring in approximately_______of individuals who have seizures.
Partial 80%
58
What is the Nation Poison Control Hotline number?
(800) 222-1222
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True or False: signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion are similar to those of influenza.
True
60
Immediate care administered before complete medical care can be obtained to an individual who is injured or suddenly becomes ill.
First Aid
61
What does OPIM mean?
Other Potentially Infectious Materials
62
Hypoglycemia is commonly referred to as_____________.
Insulin Shock
63
Diabetic ketoacidosis is also known as__________.
Diabetic coma
64
________ is a progressive lung disorder in which the terminal bronchioles that lead into the aveoli become plugged with mucus.
Emphysema
65
True or False: third degree burn is the most common type of burn?
False
66
What is also known as epistaxis?
Nosebleeds
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True or False: internal bleeding is bleeding that flows into a body cavity or an organ, or between tissues?
True

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