disinfectants are: - ✔✔chemicals that are used to remove or kill pathogenic
microorganisms
babies whose mothers have which of the following problems must be isolated from
other infants? - ✔✔genital herpes
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disinfectants are: - ✔✔chemicals that are used to remove or kill pathogenic
microorganisms
babies whose mothers have which of the following problems must be isolated from
other infants? - ✔✔genital herpes
which of the following is a vector in transmitting infectious diseases? - ✔✔mites
which of the following is a commonly identified pathogenic microorganism that causes
health care associated skin infections? - ✔✔candida albicans
which of the following organizations oversees the investigation and control of various
diseases especially those that are communicable? - ✔✔cdc
which of the following is a commonly identified pathogenic agent that affects the skin? -
✔✔herpes virus
reverse isolation is commonly used for patients who have: - ✔✔immunodeficiency
disorders
which of the following is a commonly identified causative agent of nosocomial infections
in the nursery unit? - ✔✔escherichia coli
which of the following chemical compounds is an antiseptic for skin? -
✔✔hexylresorcinol
a phlebotomist had to avoid contact with patients for 24 hours after being started on an
appropriate antibiotic and appearing symptom free. what type of infection could he or
she have acquired for the above work limitations to apply? - ✔✔strep throat (group a)
the hicpac transmission based precautions include: - ✔✔airborne, droplet, and contact
about how many patients acquire a nosocomial infection annually? - ✔✔1.75 to 3 million
a health care acquired infection occurs when: - ✔✔the chain of infection is complete
in health care facilities, which of the following is a typical fomite? - ✔✔phlebotomy traywhich of the following is a factor that increases a host's susceptibility in the chain of
infection? - ✔✔drug use
antiseptics for skin include: - ✔✔iodine
if an electrical accident occurs involving electrical shock to an employee or a patient, the
first thing that the health care provider should do is: - ✔✔shut off the electrical power
what the major principles of self protection from radiation exposure? - ✔✔time, distance,
and shielding
the first step in giving mouth to mouth resuscitation is to: - ✔✔determine whether the
victim is conscious by gently tapping the shoulders of the victim and speaking loudly,
"are you okay?"
if a fire extinguisher has to be used in a health care environment, the first step to
perform is: - ✔✔pull the pin off of the extinguisher
if a phlebotomist is collecting blood specimens from a patient in the nuclear medicine
department he or she needs to be: - ✔✔wearing a dosimeter badge
which organization developed a labeling system for hazardous chemicals that is
frequently used in health care facilities? - ✔✔nfpa
the first step in controlling severe bleeding is to: - ✔✔apply pressure directly over the
wound or venipuncture site
chemicals that are defined as "explosive flammables" must be stored: - ✔✔in an
explosion proof or fireproof room or cabinet
which of the following should not be done for a shock victim who seems to be not fully
conscious? - ✔✔give fluids to keep the victim from becoming dehydrated
class c fires are: - ✔✔electrical fires
msdss must be supplied to employees according to the: - ✔✔hazard communication
standard (29 cfr 1910.1200)
how many lobes do normal human lungs have? - ✔✔5
after oxygen crosses the respiratory membranes (in the lung) into the blood, about 97%
of it combines with? - ✔✔hemoglobinthe term ventral refers to which part of the body? - ✔✔front
if a normal person breathes in, the oxygen travels through air passages to the lungs.
which of the following takes place? - ✔✔oxygen (o2) is exchanged for carbon dioxide
(co2)
an xy pair of chromosomes means that the fetus will be a: - ✔✔baby boy
specialized cells of the nervous system are: - ✔✔neurons
which of the following is produced in the adrenal glands, the glands that cause emotions
such as fear and anger? - ✔✔hormones
which of the following would require contact precautions? - ✔✔herpes simplex
which of the following is designed to reduce the risk of transmission of microorganisms
from both recognized sources of infection in health care facilities? - ✔✔standard
precautions
which of the following would require airborne precautions? - ✔✔tuberculosis
which of the following is the proper sequence for removal of isolation apparel after blood
collection in an isolation room? - ✔✔gloves, goggles, gown
which of the following is the most important procedure in the prevention of disease
transmission in health care institutes? - ✔✔hand washing
msds stands for: - ✔✔material safety data sheet
a dosimeter badge is required in health care facilities for? - ✔✔radiation safety
the hazcom standard requires chemical manufacturers to supply? - ✔✔msdss
as co2 levels increase in the blood, the blood ph: - ✔✔decreases (becomes more
acidic)
a test required for o & p refers to: - ✔✔an evaluation for parasites
which of the following chemicals should be used to disinfect tourniquets and items
contaminated with blood? - ✔✔1:10 dilution of chlorine bleach
in the process of preparing to enter a patient's isolation room, which of the following
would occur first? - ✔✔donning maskif a health care provider hears a fire alarm as she or he is collecting blood from a
patient, she or he should not: - ✔✔run
which structure governs the functions of the individual cell, such as growth, repair,
reproduction and metabolism? - ✔✔nucleus
which of the following is an agency of the u.s. department of labor that requires
employers to provide measures that will protect workers exposed to biological hazards?
- ✔✔osha
which of the following is needed for cleanup of a chemical spill? - ✔✔rubber gloves
the term stat refers to: - ✔✔immediate and urgent specimen collection
arteries differ from veins in which of the following ways? - ✔✔thicker vessel walls with a
pulsating feel
steps in the identification process should include: - ✔✔a 3-way match with verbal, id
bracelet, and requisition information
when a patient has "difficult" veins, what strategies, if any, can be used to improve the
likelihood of a successful puncture? - ✔✔slight rotation of the patient's arm to a different
position, warming the site, and palpating the entire antecubital area to trace vein path
during the venipuncture procedure, what should the phlebotomist do after the needle is
inserted and blood begins to flow? - ✔✔release the tourniquet
which specimen collection tube is commonly used for hematology tests? - ✔✔edta
if a venipuncture procedure is almost completed and suddenly you see hints of a
hematoma beginning to form, what should you do? - ✔✔discontinue the procedure and
apply pressure with gauze
if a patient is frail and has a tendency to faint, what equipment, if any, would be helpful
in the specimen collection process? - ✔✔a recliner
if arm veins cannot be used for a venipuncture, the preferred alternative veins lie in the:
- ✔✔dorsal side of the hand or wrist
which specimen collection tube is commonly used for hemostasis tests? - ✔✔sodium
citrate
if a patient has a bruise in the antecubital area of his right arm (his nondominant arm),
what alternate site should be considered? - ✔✔the antecubital area of the left armspecimens may be rejected for a variety of reasons, most of which can be prevented by
experienced professional phlebotomists. identify one reason for specimen rejection that
relates to unnecessary, but excessive, mixing of the specimen. - ✔✔specimen is
hemolyzed
prior to performing a venipuncture, why is it important to get information about whether
or not the patient has eaten recently? - ✔✔laboratory tests can be affected by the
ingestion of food and drink
where should the tourniquet be placed on the patient during the venipuncture
procedure? - ✔✔3 inches above the venipuncture site
when collecting a blood specimen with the butterfly method and pt, ptt tests are the only
tests ordered, what is the correct procedure? - ✔✔use a discard tube, then collect a
sodium citrate tube
when the evacuated tube method is used for venipuncture, select the correct order of
collection for the following tubes: blood culture tubes, coagulation tube, and hematology
tube. choose the order of tubes by their color of closures. - ✔✔yellow blood culture
tubes, blue, lavender
fingerstick procedures cannot be performed when which test is ordered? - ✔✔blood
cultures
generally speaking, what should the phlebotomist do with the first drop of blood after a
fingerstick is performed? - ✔✔wipe it off with gauze
in making a blood smear or slide, after the drop of blood has been spread across the
glass side what is the next step? - ✔✔allow it to air dry
excessive massaging or milking of the finger during a skin puncture procedure can
cause: - ✔✔hemolysis and contamination of the specimen with tissue fluids
another instance when a fingerstick should not be performed on a patient is when the
following has been ordered: - ✔✔coagulation tests
labeled skin puncture specimens should include the: - ✔✔patient's name and
identification number, phlebotomist's initials, and time and date of collection
skin puncture blood is composed of: - ✔✔blood from arterioles and venules
what is the best angle for spreading a blood smear by using two glass slides: - ✔✔30
degreesblood smears for evaluation of cells must be made carefully. which of the following
features should be present? - ✔✔a feathered edge
it is best to use which type of bandage on an adult after a fingerstick? -
✔✔hypoallergenic
which of the following chemical agents should be used to decontaminate a patient's
finger before skin puncture? - ✔✔isopropanol
glycolytic action refers to: - ✔✔breakdown of glucose
when designing a report form for laboratory results, what key elements would not be
included? - ✔✔physician's home address and phone number
the most reliable labeling method for avoiding transcription errors in specimen collection
is? - ✔✔bar coded computerized labels
which of the following factors should be considered when pneumatic tube systems are
used for transporting specimens: - ✔✔effect on the chemical and cellular components of
specimens, mechanical reliability and distance of transport, speed of carrier and landing
mechanism
assays that require a chilled specimen include: - ✔✔gastrin, ammonia, catecholamine,
and lactic acid
which of the following is a possible occurrence if a blood specimen tube for hematology
tests is filled correctly but not mixed long enough? - ✔✔tiny clots will form in the
specimen
it is preferable to make blood smears from edta specimens within what period of time
after the specimen is collected: - ✔✔1 hour
why is it important to get patient information about latex sensitivity? - ✔✔allergies to
latex cause skin irritations
adding too much blood to a sodium citrate tube can cause: - ✔✔shorter clotting time
name one step that should not be in the handwashing procedure: - ✔✔turning off the
water faucet with hands
how many more times should a phlebotomist try to perform a venipuncture on a patient
if he has failed once already? - ✔✔onceif a patient is obese, what special equipment, if any, would be helpful in the specimen
collection process? - ✔✔a large blood pressure cuff
osteomyelitis is defined as: - ✔✔inflammation and infection of the bone
which of the following is identical for venipuncture and capillary puncture procedures? -
✔✔greeting, identification, and hand hygiene
skin puncture techniques are useful in which of the following conditions? - ✔✔when the
patient is a neonate
the tat refers to: - ✔✔the time it takes for laboratory test results to be completed
specimens being tested in which of the following areas would not usually require
centrifugation? - ✔✔coagulation and hematology
during the venipuncture, the needle should be inserted at what angle to the skin? -
✔✔30 degrees or less
when using the syringe method to collect a blood specimen, how is the blood added into
additive and nonadditive tubes? - ✔✔using a syringe transfer device attached to the
syringe, insert each tube in the device and allow the blood to flow freely
which of the following conditions can have adverse effect on the quality of a fingerstick?
- ✔✔always using the first drop of blood
for specimens that require centrifugation, serum or plasma should be removed from the
cells within what period of time? - ✔✔2 hours
which of the following information is essential for labeling a patient's specimen? - ✔✔the
patient's name and identification number, date and time of collection, the phlebotomist's
initials
nails can grow at a rate of about: - ✔✔0.1 mm per day
using an antiseptic for cleansing the skin prior to a venipuncture procedure is an
example of which phase of laboratory testing? - ✔✔preexamination/preanalytical
which of the following aspects would do the most to promote a professional appearance
in a patient care setting? - ✔✔good posture and personal hygiene
which of the following medical specialists would only treat elderly
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