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WorksheetsChapter 1 Phlebotomy Practice and Quality Assessment Review
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
The term phlebotomy is derived from Greek words that mean:
droplet, vein
vein, cut
blood, droplet
red, blood
The terms venesection/venisectionare synonymous with (the same as) which of the following?
topside of a vein
blood vein
phlebotomy
venous circulation
An emergency care center is an example of which type of health care setting?
hospital-based clinic
specialty hospital
hospice
ambulatory care (outpatient) setting
What are competency statements for health care workers?
federal tax code for health care workers
certification requirements
precautions for reducing infections
skills and abilities required for job performance
Which of the following is the medical specialty that pertains to the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders?
dermatology
pathology
immunology
otolaryngology
Which of the following specialties would relate to diagnosis and treatment of cancer?
dermatology
oncology
orthopedics
infectious diseases
Which of the following medical specialists would only treat elderly patients?
pediatrician
hematologist
gerontologist
pathologist
Receiving an emergency lab test request is an example of which phase of laboratory testing?
preexamination/preanalytical
examination/analytical
postexamination/postanalytical
notification/reporting
Assessing a patient for a suitable vein to perform a venipuncture procedure is an example of which phase of laboratory testing?
preexamination/preanalytical
examination/analytical
postexamination/postanalytical
notification/reporting
Identification and labeling of a blood specimen after a venipuncture procedure is an example of which phase of laboratory testing?
preexamination/preanalytical
examination/analytical
postexamination/postanalytical
notification/reporting
Using an antiseptic for cleansing the skin prior to a venipuncture procedure is an example of which phase of laboratory testing?
preexamination/preanalytical
examination/analytical
postexamination/postanalytical
notification/reporting
Centrifugation of a blood specimen is an example of which phase of laboratory testing?
preexamination/preanalytical
examination/analytical
postexamination/postanalytical
notification/reporting
Performing a laboratory test on a patient's blood specimen is an example of which phase of laboratory testing?
preexamination/preanalytical
examination/analytical
postexamination/postanalytical
notification/reporting
In which circumstances is the phlebotomist likely to collaborate with the pharmacy?
when the patient is overly angry or agitated
when a patient requests a painkiller
when asked to collect specimens for drug monitoring
when looking for a suitable vein for the venipuncture procedure
Which of the following would do the most to promote a professional appearance in a patient care setting
good posture and personal hygiene
quality control monitors
documentation procedures
use of a strong, assertive voice
There are many professional expectations for phlebotomists, but one of the most important is following a code of ethics. Which of the following would be an example of ethical behavior?)
good posture
respect for patient's privacy
ability to look at blood without fainting
maintaining a healthy lifestyle
The concept of meeting and exceeding customer expectations by resolving immediate problems, and finding opportunities for improvement where no problems are evident, is known as:
continuous quality improvement (CQI)
a code of ethics
continuing education (CE)
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA 1988)
Cleanliness and personal hygiene are important for:
precision and accuracy
personal and patient safety
timeliness of test results
personal liability
Professional certification typically refers to:
passing a national examination and/or completing continuing education
maintaining a good record of attendance at one's jobsite
passing a state examination
passing an examination given by a local hospital
Licensure typically refers to:
providing up-to-date income tax records
maintaining all immunizations up to date
passing a state-required examination and/or continuing education
joining a professional organization
