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1
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Another name for blood bank is….

A

immunohematology

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2
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With which other hospital department would the laboratory coordinate therapeutic drug monitoring?

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Pharmacy

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3
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Electrolyte testing includes

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sodium, potassium

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4
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Promoting good public relations is a part of the phlebotomist’s role because….

A

all of the options are correct

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5
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Outpatient phlebotomy, such as in a physician’s office or patient care service center, will be assigned a code for reimbursement using which national coding system?

A

CPT

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6
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Which department is responsible for administering oxygen therapy?

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Respiratory therapy

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7
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The term used to describe sophisticated and highly complex medical care…

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Tertiary

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8
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The term “phlebotomy” is derived from Greek words that, literally translated, mean ….

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vein incision

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9
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What is not a phlebotomist’s duty?

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Starting intravenous (IV) lines

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10
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What are the credentials for an ASCP- certified phlebotomist?

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PBT

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11
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Proof of participation in workshops to upgrade skills required by some agencies to renew certification is called…

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CEUs.

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12
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What is another name for “medical laboratory scientist”?

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Medical technologist

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13
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Which of the following is an example of a barrier to effective communication with a patient?

A

All of the answers are correct.

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

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I understand how you must be feeling.

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15
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Which of the following communicates unprofessionalism?

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Intense odor of cologne

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16
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Which of the following is an example of negative kinesics?

A

Frowning

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17
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It is improper telephone protocol to…

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hang up on angry callers.

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18
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Which duty is not performed by local public health agencies?

A

Licensure of healthcare personnel

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19
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What does acknowledging a patient’s beliefs, customs,knowledge, attitudes exemplify?

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Diversity awareness

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20
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A phlebotomist who gets the specimen for the doctor even if he or she must take shortcuts is exhibiting ?

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Unprofessionalism.

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21
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The area of the lab where testing is performed to detect infectious disease and the antibodies produced in response to infection is called…

A

Immunology

22
Q

According to standard first aid procedures, severe external bleeding is best controlled by…

A

applying direct pressure.

23
Q

Class C fires…

A

involve electrical equipment

24
Q

Vaccination against HBV involves

A

a dose of vaccine, a second dose 1 month later, a third dose 6 months later.

25
Q

An example of employee screening for infection control is….

A

PPD testing.

26
Q

Which of the following is not one of the code words in the NFPA order of a cation in the event of fire?

A

Smother

27
Q

The purpose of “ protective” isolation is to….

A

protect patients who are highly susceptible to infection.

28
Q

The OSHA HazCom Standard is also commonly called the …

A

Right-To-Know-law.

29
Q

What is the proper order for putting on the following protective clothing?
gloves goggles mask gown

A

Gown first, then mask, then goggles, gloves last.

30
Q

Federal law requires that hepatitis B vaccinations be made available to employees assigned to duties with occupational exposure risk….

A

within 10 working days of initial assignment.

31
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.

32
Q

The main principles involved in radiation exposure are…

A

exposure time, distance, and shielding.

33
Q

Examples of nosocomial infections include….

A

when a catheter site of a patient in ICU becomes infected.

34
Q

Which of the following is an example of a potential permucosal exposure to biohazardous microorganisms?

A

Rubbing an eye with a contaminated glass.

35
Q

In what instance might a patient be placed in protective isolation?

A

The patient has severe burns.

36
Q

Which of the following is an example of a work practice control that reduces the risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens?

A

Hand decontamination

37
Q

which type of contact infection transmission involves transfer of an infectious microbe to the mucous membranes of a susceptible individual by means of a cough or sneeze?

A

Droplet.

38
Q

The Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act directed OSHA to revise the BBP standard in all of the following areas except…

A

availability of vaccination against HBV for all employees.

39
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.

40
Q

Which type of PPE must be removed after leaving the patient’s room and closing the door?

A

Respirator

41
Q

To comply with the latest HazCom revision, the label of a hazardous chemical must include a ….

A

All of the options are correct.

42
Q

CLSI guidelines state that scrubs or slacks worn in the lab should be how far off of the floor?

A

1 to 1 1/2 inches.

43
Q

A sign posted on the door of a patient in contact isolation states that all who enter the room must use soap and water to wash their hands before leaving the room. This sign that the patient may be infected with a spore-forming microbe such as ….

A

Clostridium difficile

44
Q

A body fluid splash to the eyes requires the victim to immediately flush eyes with water or sterile saline for…

A

a minimum of 10 minutes.

45
Q

An N-95 respirator must be worn when entering the room of a patient who has which type of precaution sign on the door?

A

Airborne

46
Q

The term used when blood is withdrawn to dangerous or deadly limits is _________.

A

Exsanguination

47
Q

The federal law that defines the responsibilities of medical laboratory personnel is the ________.

A

CLIA ‘88.

48
Q

Patients who can get to the lab or doctor’s office their own are called

A

ambulatory.

49
Q

The most important means of breaking the chain of infection is _____ ________.

A

Hand washing.

50
Q

This pictogram signifies a ________ hazard.

A

health

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