Safety in Phlebotomy Practice Test

Which of the following is a key reason why safety is the top priority for phlebotomists in the healthcare setting?

• To prevent serious injury or life-threatening disease

• To increase the speed of patient care

• To reduce paperwork for healthcare workers

• To improve laboratory test accuracy

What is the main purpose of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in the healthcare environment?

• To explain the purpose of chemical hazards and provide safety information

• To list patient names and medical histories

• To record the number of blood samples collected

• To schedule staff shifts

Which of the following best describes "administrative controls" in the context of healthcare safety?

• Policies and procedures designed to reduce risk and improve safety

• Physical barriers to prevent exposure

• Personal protective equipment worn by staff

• Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces

What should a phlebotomist do to prevent injuries and exposure when handling sharps?

• Demonstrate safe handling and disposal procedures

• Leave sharps on the patient’s bed

• Reuse needles for multiple patients

• Dispose of sharps in regular trash bins

Which acronym is used to remember fire safety procedures in healthcare facilities?

• R.A.C.E

• S.A.F.E

• C.A.R.E

• P.A.S.S

Why is it important for phlebotomists to communicate with nursing staff and perform equipment checks in a patient’s room?

• To demonstrate safe and professional behavior

• To speed up the blood collection process

• To avoid paperwork

• To reduce the number of patients seen per day

Which of the following is an example of a chemical hazard in the healthcare setting?

• Flammable substances

• Broken glass

• Electrical cords

• Wet floors

What is the role of OSHA in protecting healthcare workers?

• Setting and enforcing safety standards such as Bloodborne Pathogen, Sharps Safety, PPE, and Hazard Communication

• Providing free medical care to all workers

• Scheduling staff shifts

• Administering patient medications

What should be done in the event of an electrical shock emergency in a laboratory setting?

• Outline steps to safely respond to the emergency

• Ignore the situation and continue working

• Pour water on the affected area

• Remove all electrical equipment from the room

Which of the following is NOT a key term related to safety in phlebotomy?

• Centrifuge

• Work Practices

• Blood Pressure Cuff

• Hazard Communication Standard