Scenario
A phlebotomy technician is preparing to perform a venipuncture for a patient who has pneumonia. Besides gloves, which of the following pieces of personal protective equipment should the technician wear?
A- Face mask
B- gown
C-N95 respirator
D-Goggles
A- Face mask
Which of the following should a phlebotomist do if a patient ask for their results?
A- give them the results
B-refer the patient to their provider for result interpretation
C-discuss the results with other phlebotomist
D- diagnose the patient
B-refer the patient to their provider for result interpretation
Which department is responsible for processing test such as cholesterol, troponin, and HDL blood results?
A- Hematology
B-Chemistry
C- Microbiology
B-Chemistry
Which one mandates a safe work environment for phlebotomist?
A- CDC
B-OSHA
C-HIPAA
D-CLIA
B-OSHA
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Which of the following should be documented every time a QC is performed on a laboratory equipment?
A- Name of patient
B-the outcome and any corrections taken
C-the cost of equipment
D-The diagnosis
B-the outcome and any corrections taken
While collecting a blood specimen a phlebotomy technician notices the glass collection tube is cracked. Which action should they take?
A-Wrap the tube in a pair of gloves and place it in the trash
B-Dispose of the tube in a sharp container
C-Label the tube and send it to the lab
D-Discard of the tube in a biohazard bag
B-Dispose of the tube in a sharp container
Which personal protective equipment(PPE) should be worn for a patient under airborne precautions?
A- two-ply surgical mask
B-gloves only
C-gown
D- N95 or N99 mask or respirator
D- N95 or N99 mask or respirator
A phlebotomist experiences a needlestick injury while performing a draw. Which of the following diseases are they at greatest risk for exposure?
A- Hepatitis A virus
b-Hepatitis B virus
C- Hepatitis C virus
D-HIV
b-Hepatitis B virus
Which of the following is the purpose of quality control(QC) on laboratory equipment?
A- To ensure the equipment is pleasing to the eye
B- to ensure the consistency of diagnostic tests
C- to reduce the cost of lab procedures
D-to train new laboratory personnel
B- to ensure the consistency of diagnostic tests
What does HIPAA protect?
A- the patient
B- the PHI of the patient
C- the right of the workers
D- documents
B- the PHI of the patient
While a phlebotomy technician is using a centrifuge, the device catches on fire. The technician should identify the centrifuge fire as which of the following classes of fire?
A- Class A
B- Class B
C- Class C
D- Class D
C- Class C
Class A (ordinary combustibles like wood, paper), Class B (flammable liquids/gases like gasoline, propane), Class C (energized electrical equipment), Class D (combustible metals like magnesium, titanium), and Class K (cooking oils/fats in commercial kitchens)
What is the procedure for performing CPR on an infant?
A- 30 chest compressions and 3.8 cm deep
B- 30 chest compressions and 5.08 cm deep
C- 100 chest compressions and 3.8 cm deep
D- 100 chest compression and 5.08 cm deep
A- 30 chest compressions and 3.8 cm deep
Which one is not a mode of infection?
A- Contact
B- Droplet
C- Virtual Contact
D- Vector
C- Virtual Contact
FAST is used for what purpose?
A- Fire and safety procedures
B- Steps for CPR on adults
C-Identifying CPR on adults
D- evacuation routes during emergencies
C-Identifying CPR on adults
Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911
A phlebotomist is splashed with blood on their eyes. What action should they take first?
A- notify a supervisor
B-rinse eyes with water
C-disinfect his body
D- clean his eyes
B-rinse eyes with water
Which of the following should a phlebotomist do if a fire occurs in the lab?
A- follow the RACE acronym for fire safety
B- keep working
C- immediately use a fire extinguisher without raising an alarm
D-evacuate
A- follow the RACE acronym for fire safety
Rescue people in immediate danger, Alarm others by activating the fire alarm and calling for help, Confine the fire by closing doors and windows to slow its spread, and Extinguish the fire if trained and safe to do so, or Evacuate the area
What is needed in order to perform CLIA testing?
A- a PhD in lab sciences
B- A certificate of waiver
C- Nothing is needed
D- to be in a hospital or clinic
B- A certificate of waiver
What is a SDS?
A- Safety and Disease Series
B-Safety Data Sheet
C-Safety Disease Sheet
D- Series of Disease for Safety
B-Safety Data Sheet
What is syncope?
A- fracture
B-fainting
C- heart attack
D- vomit
B-fainting
What does HIPAA stand for
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
A phlebotomy technician is preparing to aliquot a blood specimen. Which pieces of personal protective equipment are the minimum requirement?
Hint: only 2
face shield and gloves
What is the different between QA and QC?
QA is designed to prevent future problems, while QC ensures the accuracy of current results
Why do you need proper disposal of sharps in a laboratoy?
to prevent contamination and accidental needlesticks
What does POCT stand for and define it?
point-of-care testing and testing performed at the location of the patient, such as the bedside
What does CLIA stand for?
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)