Order of Draw
SST > SST > CBC
Why is it so important to tell someone if you have a dirty stick?
The patient may have HIV!!!!
What is the definition of phlebotomy?
An incision into a vein
A patient has eaten 10 cheeseburgers before coming into the lab. Another phlebotomist looks at the tube and says that it is lipemic. What does the tube look like?
The tube is cloudy
What is the difference between a MT and a MLS?
An MT needs 2 years of schooling (associates degree). A MLS needs 4 years of schooling (bachelor's degree).
What is the universal color of CBC tubes?
Purple/Lavendar
What does RACE stand for?
Rescue, Alarm, Contain, extinguish (and evacuate)
If someone calls the lab and you answer the phone, what must you do before placing someone on hold?
Check if it's an emergency.
A bruise AND old blood under the skin
What are the three identifiers you need to confirm before starting the procedure?
Name, DOB, Medical Record number
What anticoagulant is inside a light blue topped tube?
EDTA
What is the most common type of fire extinguisher?
ABC
What does ETS stand for?
Evacuated Tube System
What is a sclerosed vein?
A scarred vein
A phlebotomist's job falls under which TWO categories?
Nursing and Professional Services
A patient comes into the lab needing a sterile blood culture, coagulation, SST, and a CBC done. What is the order of draw?
What is the correct order of dawning PPE?
Gown then Mask then Gloves
What does the expiration date on a tube mean?
The last day the manufacturer guarantees the vacuum seal.
What is an MI?
Myocardial infarction
What is the difference between the basal state and the fasting state?
The basal state means someone can still have water. Most importantly, they cannot exercise. Fasting means no food, they can have water, and they can have dark coffee.
A patient comes into the lab and your coworker already has all of your tubes out for you. What order should they be drawn?
2 lavender tops, Two light blues tops, and 3 gray and gold tops,
light blues, gray and gold, lavender
Why is the basilic vein the more dangerous of the three possible vein choices in the antecubital fossa area?
The brachial artery could be nicked.
What angles are you supposed to insert an ETS between?
15-30 degrees
What is the pacemaker of the heart?
The SA node
What is "turnaround time?"