Phlebotomy Skills: A Guide to Blood Withdrawal

Benjamin went to the doctor for a routine check-up. Why do you think blood tests are important for diagnosing illnesses?

• They help in cooking.

• They provide essential information about health.

• They are used in art.

• They are not important.

At which step in the blood draw procedure is the puncture site sterilized?

• Step 1

• Step 2

• Step 3

• Step 4

After Zoe collected the blood sample from the patient, the next step is to ______ the needle and apply pressure.

• Insert

• Remove

• Clean

• Dispose

Kai is learning how to draw blood in his medical training. Fill in the blank: The needle should be inserted at the correct angle for a ______ draw.

• Smooth

• Rough

• Quick

• Slow

Avery is learning first aid and practices removing a needle after giving an injection. What is the purpose of applying pressure after removing the needle?

• To stop bleeding

• To increase bleeding

• To clean the site

• To insert another needle.

Michael has just finished drawing blood from a patient. What is the correct action he should take next?

• Insert another needle

• Remove the needle and apply pressure

• Dispose of the needle

• Explain the procedure.

Needles in phlebotomy come in various sizes to _______.

• clean the skin

• suit different patients

• store blood samples

• cover the puncture site

During a medical training session, Liam is learning about blood draws. How does each piece of equipment contribute to a successful blood draw?

• By making veins visible

• By cleaning the skin

• By storing blood samples

• All of the above.

Aiden is training to become a nurse and is learning how to draw blood. Why might some veins be easier for Aiden to draw from than others?

• Size and depth

• Color

• Temperature

• Location

Ava is learning how to draw blood and is concerned about choosing the wrong vein. What challenges might she face if she selects the wrong vein for a blood draw?

• Increased pain

• Faster procedure

• No effect

• Easier access