Kaylin-Phleb Mock Exam 61-70

A phlebotomy technician observes a hematoma developing at the site of a venous bloodraw. Which of the following actions should the technician take?

• Observe the site to see if the hematoma worsens.

• Ask the patient to apply pressure to the area.

• Release the tourniquet and stop the draw.

• Call for a nurse to assess the patient's condition.

A phlebotomy technician is preparing several specimens for transport to the facilitys laboratory. Which of the following specimens should the technician protect from bright light by placing it in an amber/brown biohazard bag for transport?

• Vitamin B

• Lactic acid

• Blood gas

• Ammonia

A phlebotomy technician is disposing of used supplies when he accidentally receives a needlestick injury. According to OSHA guidelines, which of the following should the technician take first?

• Seek out counseling about the incident.

• Go to a medical facility forevaluation.

• Wash the puncture site with soap and water.

• Report the incident to supervisor.

A phlebotomy technician is preparing to obtain a blood specimen from a patient in an outpatient setting. Using standard precautions, which of the following pieces of personal protective equipment should the technician wear?

• Goggles

• Gloves

• Mask

• Gown

A provider has ordered a urine culture and sensitivity test. Which of the following types of urine collection should a phlebotomy technician obtain?

• Random

• Timed urine collection

• First morning

• Clean-catch midstream

A phlebotomy technician is reviewing a laboratory test requisition form before obtaining blood specimens from a patient. Which of the following actions should the technician take prior to performing the venipuncture?

• Ensure the requisition form includes an accession number.

• Review the patients medication record.

• Check the providers availability.

• Check the requisition form for duplicate test orders.

A phlebotomy technician has collected a blood specimen from a patient who is in an isolation room. Which of the following pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) should the technician remove first?

• Gown

• Gloves

• Mask

• Goggles

A phlebotomy technician is using a glucose monitor for point-of-care testing of a patient who has been fasting for 12 hr. For which of the following results should the technician immediately notify the provider?

• 70 mg/ dL

• 90 mg/dL

• 110 mg/ dL

• 130 mf/dL

A phlebotomy technician is preparing to collect a blood specimen from the antecubital site of a patient. Which of the following devices can be used to help stabilize the arm for the collection?

• Supply clamp

• Hand immobilizer

• Hand brace

• Phlebotomy wedge

A phlebotomy technician is performing a venipuncture for a patient who begins to seize. Which of the following actions should the technician take?

• Insert a tongue depressor into the patients mouth.

• Place the patient in the prone position.

• Discontinue the draw.

• Restrain the patient.