Phlebotomy
Body Quadrants
Medication Names & Contraindications
Billing Forms
Blood Draw
100

What is the most common site for venipuncture?

Antecubital fossa

100

Name the 4 body quadrants. 

RUQ, LUQ, RLQ, LLQ

100

What is the generic name for Tylenol?

Acetaminophen

100

What form is used to submit health insurance claims?

CMS-1500

100

What is the first thing you should do before drawing blood?

Verify patient identity

200

What color tube is used for a CBC?

Lavender

200

Where is the appendix located?

Right lower quadrant (RLQ)

200

Which medication classification is specifically designed to promote bowel movements?

Laxatives

200

What does EOB stand for?

Explanation of Benefits

200

What should be done if a hematoma forms during a draw?

Stop the draw and apply pressure

300

Why should the tourniquet not be left on for more than 1 minute?

Hemoconcentration

300

The stomach is primarily located in which quadrant?

Left upper quadrant (LUQ)

300

What is a side effect while taking an Anti-osteoporosis Medication? 

  • Gastrointestinal issues

  • Muscle pain

  • Jaw problems

300

Which form is filled out to update a patient’s insurance and demographic information?

Patient intake form

300

How should tubes be mixed after collection?

Gently invert

400

What is the additive in a green-top tube?

Heparin

400

What quadrant contains the sigmoid colon?

Left lower quadrant (LLQ)

400

What type of medication eliminates excess fluid? 

Diuretics or also known as a "Water Pill" 

400

What document shows the breakdown of payments made by insurance?

Remittance advice

400

What is the name of the small needle used for capillary collection?

Lancet

500

What is the correct order of draw starting with blood cultures?

Yellow, Blue, Red, Gold/Tiger, Light Green, Dark Green, Lavender, Pink, and Gray 

500

What quadrant contains the liver and gallbladder?

Right upper quadrant (RUQ)

500

Why are medication classifications important in patient care?

To manage side effects and interactions

500

Which form must be signed by the patient to release information to insurance carriers?

Authorization to release information

500

What are the steps to take if you accidentally stick yourself with a used needle after a blood draw?

Wash the area with soap and water, report to your supervisor immediately, and follow your facility’s exposure protocol