Finger Stick
A capillary puncture is obtained by performing a skin puncture using what?
Single-Use Lancet
Butterfly needle gauges are
21 and 23 gauge
When should you invert a tube of blood?
Immediately
What is the normal range for an adult’s resting heart rate?
60-100 beats per minute
Explanation: The normal adult resting heart rate is between 60 and 100 bpm. Rates lower may indicate bradycardia, and rates higher may indicate tachycardia.
When collecting a blood sample for a fasting blood glucose test, the patient should have fasted for
8-12 hours
Explanation: Standard fasting before glucose testing is 8–12 hours to ensure accurate results.
Best location for puncture under the age of one
Heel of the foot
When inserted correctly you will see a (blank) letting you know the needle is in the proper position.
Flash
What additive is found in a Light Blue tube?
Na Citrate
Most accurate method for obtaining a patient's temperature
Rectal temperature
The primary function of the small intestine is to:
Absorb nutrients
Explanation: The small intestine is the major site of nutrient absorption.
Capillary blood can be collected into what type of container?
Microcontainer
Why is proper order of draw important?
Helps prevent carryover of additives from one tube to the next. Incorrect order of draw may adversely impact test results.
How many inversion does a lavender tube need?
8 to 10
When taking a blood pressure reading, what is the blood pressure reading if the first Korotkoff
sound heard at 120 mm Hg and the last sound at 80 mm Hg?
120/80
Which of the following is responsible for carrying oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart?
Pulmonary vein
Explanation: The pulmonary vein carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium.
Best locations for puncture over the age of one are
Middle or ring finger
Disadvantages of the butterfly needle include increased risk of
accidental needle stick and higher cost than routine needles
What is the order or draw
Yellow, light blue, red, gold or tiger, green, lavender, and gray
A medical assistant is measuring a patient’s respiratory rate. What is the normal range for an adult's respiratory rate?
12-20 breaths per minute
Explanation: A normal adult respiratory rate is 12–20 breaths per minute; lower or higher may indicate abnormality.
A patient is prescribed a medication to be administered via the intramuscular route. Which needle length is most appropriate for this type of injection?
1½ inches
Explanation: Intramuscular injections generally require a 1–1.5-inch needle to reach muscle tissue.
Name three tests that use capillary puncture?
For a venipuncture procedure, which position should the patient be in to ensure the best access to the vein?
Sitting with the arm fully extended and supported on a flat surface
Explanation: This position stabilizes the arm, provides vein visibility, and reduces the risk of fainting or injury.
What additive is found in a Lavender tube and what does its abbreviation stand for?
EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid)
Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating vital signs such as heart rate and breathing?
Medulla oblongata
Explanation: The medulla oblongata controls autonomic functions like breathing and heart rate.
Symptoms that are reported by the patient that are unmeasurable (blank) symptoms
subjective