CHAPTER EXAMS

Question 1

What is the process of withdrawing blood from a vein?

Answer 1

venipucture

Question 2

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

Answer 2

all the choices

Question 3

Which is not a personal characteristic of a professional Phlebotomist?

Answer 3

Having a sense of humor

Question 4

A type of communication barrier

Answer 4

stereotyping

Question 5

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

Answer 5

venipunture

Question 6

Phlebotomy skills would not include

Answer 6

Interpersonal skills

Question 7

Professionals should be

Answer 7

All of the choices are correct

Question 8

What does CBC stand for:

Answer 8

complete blood count

Question 9

Which laboratory dept. performs CBCs?

Answer 9

Hematoloy

Question 10

What does the prefix phlebo mean?

Answer 10

Veins

Question 11

What is the most common chemistry test performed by POCT?

Answer 11

glucose

Question 12

What is HIPAA?

Answer 12

Designed to keep personal health information private

Question 13

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

Answer 13

CEUs

Question 14

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

Answer 14

I understand how you must be feeling.

Question 15

It is improper telephone protocol to:

Answer 15

hang up on angry callers.

Question 16

What is “informed consent”?

Answer 16

All of the answers

Question 17

What is assault?

Answer 17

the attempt to touch or injure a person

Question 18

What are the duties of CQI Committee?

Answer 18

B and C are correct

Question 19

Every institution’s exposure control plan should be reviewed.

Answer 19

yearly

Question 20

What is the Standard of Care?

Answer 20

Both a and b are correct.

Question 21

What is the difference between law and ethics?

Answer 21

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

Question 22

Define Malpractice.

Answer 22

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

Question 23

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

Answer 23

battery

Question 24

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

Answer 24

invasion of privacy.

Question 25

If a phlebotomist __________, he or she is negligent

Answer 25

fails to put the needle and holder in the sharps container

Question 26

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

Answer 26

demonstrate flexibility in setting QC measures.

Question 27

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

Answer 27

The Joint Commission

Question 28

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?

Answer 28

Refer to the collection manual for instruction.

Question 29

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

Answer 29

force the patient to have his blood drawn

Question 30

The definition of a minor is anyone

Answer 30

younger than 18 years of age.

Question 31

Malpractice is a claim of

Answer 31

improper treatment.

Question 32

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?

Answer 32

Suggestion for new guidelines

Question 33

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

Answer 33

procedure manuel

Question 34

Informed consent means that a:

Answer 34

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

Question 35

The statute of limitations timing can begin:

Answer 35

on the day the negligent act took place

Question 36

Which is not an example of proper laboratory safety?

Answer 36

Reusing gloves

Question 37

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

Answer 37

isolation

Question 38

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

Answer 38

gloves

Question 39

Microorganisms that cause disease are considered:

Answer 39

all of the choices

Question 40

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

Answer 40

blood and body fluid precautions

Question 41

What is an inanimate object capable of carrying infectious organisms?

Answer 41

fomite

Question 42

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

Answer 42

gloves

Question 43

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

Answer 43

OSHA

Question 44

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

Answer 44

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

Question 45

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

Answer 45

Tuberculosis

Question 46

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

Answer 46

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Question 47

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

Answer 47

hand washing

Question 48

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

Answer 48

goggles

Question 49

Most common LAI previous known as nosocomial laboratory infection is:

Answer 49

Hepatits

Question 50

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

Answer 50

True

Question 51

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

Answer 51

All of the options are correct.

Question 52

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

Answer 52

True

Question 53

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

Answer 53

pull the fire alarm

Question 54

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

Answer 54

gown

Question 55

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

Answer 55

anaphylaxis shock