Venipuncture Quiz

What is the primary purpose of venipuncture?

• To provide intravenous fluids

• To perform surgery

• To obtain a blood specimen

• To administer medications

Which vein is the first choice for venipuncture?

• Cephalic vein

• Median cubital vein

• Basilic vein

• Radial vein

What should be done before performing venipuncture?

• Start the procedure immediately

• Prepare the patient for surgery

• Gather and inspect the equipment

• Ask the patient to leave

What angle should the needle be inserted at during venipuncture?

• 0 degrees

• 45 to 60 degrees

• 15 to 30 degrees

• 90 degrees

Which of the following is NOT a part of the evacuated blood collection tube needle assembly?

• Syringe

• Blood specimen tubes

• Evacuated blood collection tube sleeve

• Double-ended needle

What should be avoided when selecting a vein for venipuncture?

• Veins that are deep

• Veins that are infected

• Veins that are large

• Veins that are visible

What is the first step in the venipuncture procedure?

• Gather and inspect the equipment

• Insert the needle

• Apply the constricting band

• Prepare the patient

What is the purpose of the constricting band during venipuncture?

• To stop venous return

• To stop arterial flow

• To stabilize the arm

• To clean the site

What should be done if blood does not appear in the tube after puncturing the vein?

• Apply more pressure

• Change the tube

• Redirect the needle slightly

• Withdraw the needle completely

What is the recommended action if the patient has an allergy to povidone iodine?

• Skip the cleansing step

• Use a larger needle

• Do not clean the site

• Use alcohol wipes instead