chapter 3 phlebotomy

If your patient is allergic to the adhesive what would be your solution?

• wrap it in a self-adherent bandage?

• place a square folded gauze and wrap it with the self-adherent bandage?

• don't put anything on it

• put a band aid

What is an antiseptic ?

• something that destroys or inhibits the growth or action of microorganisms.

• a chemical substance or compound used to inactivate or destroy microorganisms on inert surfaces.

When your patient has an allergic reaction to latex what may you need right away?

• Epiniphrine

• IV fluids

• All of the above

what is Syncope ?

• Loss of Consciousness

• hyperventilation

• emotional problems

In what type of position should the patient be in for specimen?

• standing

• sitting in a high stool

• sitting or laying down.

Which vein is the more difficult to locate?

• Median cubital vein

• Cephalic vein

• Basilic vein

What vein is the first choice to draw from?

• Basilic vein

• Median Cubital vein

• Cephalic vein

What is the recomended amount of time to leave the torniquet on?

• 30 seconds

• 1 minute

• 1 min. and 30 seconds

When should you release the torniquet?

• while inserting the needle

• before the needle

• as soon as the blood is flowing freely

How should you allow the site to dry?

• wipe it dry

• blow on it

• air-dry