AMT Phlebotomy Practice Exam

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• The primary role of a _____________ is to obtain blood specimens.
• Which of the following is the safest post-draw dressing for the puncture site?
• How many identifiers are required to identify an inpatient prior to obtaining a blood sample?
• The physical transfer of an infectious agent to a susceptible host through close or intimate contact is called which type of transmission?
• A postprandial specimen is collected
• Which statement correctly describes the primary role of the formed elements in blood?
• Why is it necessary to wipe the first drop of blood away when performing a capillary procedure?
• A minimal requirement when collecting blood cultures for suspected bacteremia is to collect two sets from two different sites.
• If additive contamination occurred from an EDTA evacuated tube, what test would potentially be affected?
• A child who refused to have blood drawn was forced to undergo the procedure by a phlebotomist. This scenario is most closely associated with which legal concept?
• Another name for platelet is
• Which of the following is an acceptable method to obtain a blood sample from a dialysis patient?
• Which tactic centers on cultivating professional relationships to uncover potential jobs in clinical labs?
• Which vessels carry blood away from the heart?
• Which of the following best describes proper collection of a sputum specimen?
• What type of consent exists when an emergency procedure such as CPR is provided?
• Adhering to a code of ethics in healthcare helps you:
• Six months after beginning employment a healthcare worker is given a sample by the POCT supervisor and is asked to perform a screening test for group A Strep and return the results to the supervisor. The employee is performing
• Which substance has a higher concentration in capillary blood than in venous blood?
• Malpractice lawsuits fall under which branch of law?
• In a glucose testing protocol, timing starts at which moment?
• Which sequence represents the proper first-to-last draw as described?
• What is the term used to describe a portion of a specimen used for testing, usually prepared by transferring some of the specimen into other tubes with the same identification information?
• Which statement describes a factor that is not typically considered when scheduling specimen collection?
• What is one of the most important pieces of communication equipment in a medical practice?
• When should the specimen container for a blood sample be labeled?
• Which color-coded tube is typically used for hematology testing such as CBC?
• Older patients are more prone to hematoma formation because
• The timing for a glucose test begins
• After collecting an arterial blood sample, which care procedure is recommended?
• What term describes the ability to identify with and understand another person's feelings?
• What action should you take if the identifiers on the requisition do not match the patient?
• Which practice is about building a network so you can hear about job openings as soon as they arise?
• When the phone rings in a lab area with the phlebotomy technician alone, which action is best?
• A collection of policies that apply to each test or practice performed in the laboratory would be found in the:
• Which statement is INAPPROPRIATE prior to a phlebotomy procedure?
• Which of the following is an acceptable site for venipuncture on a patient with a fistula in the opposite arm?
• At the end of a labor and delivery nurse's shift, leaving a woman in labor before the replacement arrives constitutes what kind of negligence?
• Testing for human chorionic gonadotropin assesses the status of
• In the context of blood collection, autologous donation means giving blood for personal use.
• Color coding on a phlebotomy needle indicates its gauge.
• What is another term for platelets?
• To help a caller who is hostile, which approach is most effective?
• Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?
• Not mandated to be on a label of a blood specimen collected for blood transfusion testing?
• Which field focuses on tissue and cellular structure under the microscope?
• When is a phlebotomist allowed to use ankle veins to draw blood?
• Which statement is true regarding EDTA specimens and blood smears?
• The branch of surgery that works to maintain function of the musculoskeletal system is called
• Which item is typically included on the label of a blood bank specimen?
• In standard urine analysis, what is the typical value for protein?
• Which statement about bilirubin specimen handling is accurate?
• Which statement about gloves during phlebotomy is accurate?
• What is the primary reason for applying pressure after arterial puncture?
• Which item would NOT be indicated on a blood bank specimen label?
• Which department handles reporting of blood type and management of blood products?
• Red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are known as the
• Petechiae observed during tourniquet use indicate which?
• A urine sample collected for a glucose tolerance test (GTT) must contain what additional information on the label?
• What is the most common injury during venipuncture if standard procedures are not followed?
• Which of the following would be the very first step in performing a routine venipuncture on a patient?
• Petechiae seen with tourniquet indicate what?
• When transporting specimens from the patient unit down to the hospital laboratory which system is used?
• An autologous donation is defined as donating blood for personal use.
• Which approach uses relationships and conversations to learn about available positions before they are publicly listed?
• Which of the following is the single, most important factor in collecting an uncontaminated blood culture?
• Which designation would demand urgent collection priority?
• What type of consent exists when a patient cannot give consent due to an emergency and care is provided to save life?
• Preanalytical errors occur during which phase of testing?
• Which option is the least appropriate method to achieve hemostasis after venipuncture?
• The chain of infection requires which one of the following?
• Synovial fluid is also known as
• Which term describes a dispute-resolution process outside the court system where an external expert hears and decides the case?
• In a critically ill patient requiring immediate antibiotics, how many blood culture sets should be collected?
• In civil law, if a patient feels threatened by a phlebotomist, the most appropriate claim is for:
• Which tube color is normally used to collect a serum sample?
• Preanalytical errors are mistakes made
• Which of the following is a primary function of isolation procedures?
• Which additive is used in the ESR testing tube to inhibit glycolysis?
• Leaving tubes filled with blood in a rack without mixing will cause
• Before applying a bandage after a puncture, which action is appropriate?
• Which document is required by OSHA and provides guidelines regarding the handling and storage of chemicals?
• The sharps container should be located where?
• A serum or plasma specimen from a patient with severe lipemia would visibly appear as:
• Bilirubin concentration decreases by what percentage after one hour of light exposure?
• Which step is most appropriate to ensure patient identity before venipuncture?
• During a heel puncture on an infant, which technique is correct?
• Which of the following would be used to store data outside the CPU?
• Which department in a clinical laboratory handles tests that evaluate blood cells, such as reticulocyte counts?
• Oxia, capnia, pnea, and spiro are word parts that refer to which body system?
• Which of the following statements about tube expiration dates is correct?
• Within the NFPA Diamond, the color red is used to indicate which hazard?
• A quality fasting urine specimen is collected
• Which is NOT an example of a barrier to communication?
• The guaiac card occult blood test is commonly performed on what type of sample?
• Complete clotting of a blood specimen can take up to
• Which of the following is an example of positive communication?
• The heel is the recommended site for collection of capillary puncture specimens on infants, and the phlebotomist is going to stick in the posterior curvature of the heel. Is this correct?
• What combination reduces accidental exposures in healthcare facilities?
• Which allergen is commonly present in blood collection equipment?
• For 24-hour urine collection, which patient scenario should be asked about possible leakage when laughing or coughing?
• After collecting a peak specimen for therapeutic drug monitoring, when should the trough specimen be collected?
• What term describes a civil wrong that results in injury or property damage or deprivation of liberty?
• What step is most critical to minimize contamination in the specimen during venipuncture?
• What antiseptic should the phlebotomy technician use to collect a blood culture?
• Which is one of the first signs of liver disease?
• Which site is typically used as the standard venipuncture site?
• Which statement best describes the function of arteries?
• Which of the following is a professional responsibility focused on patient privacy and ethical handling of information?
• Which item is commonly considered part of standard PPE for blood collection?
• What type of specimen is requested for an ova and parasite (O & P) analysis?
• During venipuncture, hematoma may result from which of the following?
• The phlebotomist has prepared the patient's arm and found the basilic vein. Has the phlebotomist selected the preferred vein site for venipuncture?
• Which vein is NOT typically used for routine venipuncture?
• A serum or plasma specimen containing abnormally increased fatty substances from animal or vegetable origin is described as?
• The addition of which preservative allows urine to be stored at room temperature while still providing results comparable to refrigerated urine?
• Swelling caused by blood leaking from a blood vessel is called which condition?
• An internal process focused on identifying and minimizing situations that pose a chance of loss or injury to patients and employees is called:
• Which vein is least desirable for venipuncture?
• Which method emphasizes reaching out to colleagues and mentors to learn about career opportunities?
• Faxes can be received ____ hours a day?
• Which of the following is the abbreviation for the blood group system?
• A standard urine protein value of negative indicates what about the protein content?
• In the NFPA Diamond Identification System, the color red denotes which hazard?
• Which vein is most commonly used for venipuncture?
• In career planning for healthcare roles, which option involves speaking with others to find job leads?
• For a glucose tolerance test, which information must appear on the specimen label?
• What is the primary purpose of ensuring identifiers match before specimen collection?
• For LAP smear, which option correctly describes the required technique?
• Which action is most likely to contribute to hematoma formation during venipuncture?
• If serum is left to remain on the blood clot for more than one hour, which of the following most likely will occur?
• Which trait remains essential when a clinician's hours include after-hours coverage?
• Which cells are nongranular leukocytes that produce antibodies to combat specific pathogens?
• If a patient with a history of syncope is being drawn, which action best reduces risk during venipuncture?
• Which analyte is most critically affected in a hemolyzed specimen?
• How long should a patient fast, if at all, when a physician orders a lipid profile?
• Which test uses dried blood spots on filter paper for testing?
• By bracing the hand while holding the needle assembly against the patient's arm, you:
• Which option demonstrates body language in patient interaction?
• After drawing the last blood sample, which sequence is correct after the needle is removed?
• Which factor is most critical when testing a sample for potassium if the specimen could be hemolyzed?
• Body language falls under which category of communication?
• During a 24-hour urine collection, which patient scenario should prompt discussion about leakage during laughter or coughing?
• Which is the most common antiseptic used for routine blood collection?
• Which term describes using conversations with others to discover potential job opportunities?
• A collapsed vein will cause a
• Which is a key component of PPE for protecting skin during phlebotomy?
• Why is it important to properly label laboratory specimens?
• Which evacuated tube stopper color is used for a blood glucose test to inhibit glycolysis?
• A fully-stocked phlebotomy tray readily accessible to the phlebotomy technician should include which of the following?
• Which would be first in the sequence of performing a finger stick procedure?
• Which practice best ensures patient safety before drawing blood?
• Which concept reflects the idea that all patient blood and body fluids are contaminated?
• Which additive is used to prevent glycolysis in blood samples?
• Agglutination is the
• Which test measures arterial oxygen and carbon dioxide levels?
• When is a phlebotomist allowed to perform a venipuncture on an ankle vein?
• The Venoscope is used to help with what during venipuncture?
• Cardiac muscle is stimulated by which nervous system?
• Which preservative is used to store urine at room temperature for comparable results to refrigerated urine?
• Which term describes the study of body movements and gestures in communication?
• Prior to bandaging the puncture site the phlebotomist should
• A basal-state specimen is used to establish reference ranges for inpatients. Which group does this refer to?
• In a trial about a phlebotomy-related nerve injury, a supervisor testifies about the proper angle of needle insertion for venipuncture. Which range should be indicated?
• Which of the following is an example of body language?
• What is the correct procedure to stop the bleeding at a venipuncture site?
• To avoid hemoconcentration of a specimen, which action is recommended?
• What is a key benefit of a voice mail system in a medical practice?
• Malpractice lawsuits are part of which type of law?
• A physician must be consulted prior to performing a venipuncture or capillary puncture on
• With adequate fluid intake, the average adult daily urine output is ____ mL per 24 hours.
• If a small-bore needle is used with a large-volume tube to collect a blood sample, what event will most likely occur?
• Which term identifies the blood grouping system ABO?
• The medical word root that means vessel is
• Which of the following is NOT acceptable for acknowledging a patient consent?
• The main reason not to use expired evacuated tubes for blood specimen collection is
• Which of the following is of primary importance in preventing rolling veins during venipuncture?
• What is the study of an individual's concept and use of space?
• The study of human body tissues and cells is
• A phlebotomist would not use a butterfly needle for which patient?
• Which option is not a valid reason to wipe away the first drop in capillary collection?
• Which item would the phlebotomist not replenish on their blood collection tray?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding bloodborne pathogens?
• Which item is essential to include on a label for transfusion compatibility testing?
• Gloves worn for phlebotomy should be changed
• Which phrase should be avoided before blood collection?
• A process in which the opposing sides in a legal dispute select a person outside the court system with special knowledge to hear and decide the dispute is:
• Which antiseptic is recommended for routine venipuncture on a patient with no known allergies?
• Which of the following play a vital role in the exchange of gases between blood and body cells?
• Which activity is described as finding job information by talking with people in your field?
• A blood sample collected in a tube containing sodium citrate is used for which test?
• Which additive is used to inhibit glycolysis in the tube used for ESR testing?
• In a healthcare job search, which activity is most focused on building professional connections to learn about openings?
• What is the primary reason additive tubes should be gently inverted and not vigorously mixed?
• To avoid contamination when should the needle cap be removed?
• Which department is responsible for reporting a patient's blood type?
• A voluntary, nongovernmental agency charged with establishing standards for the operation of hospitals is
• Blood specimens should be drawn according to standards of which organization?
• Which statement about specimen handling is accurate?
• Which color-coded tube is most frequently associated with hematological tests?
• A skin puncture is preferred over a venipuncture when the patient
• Which action helps prevent clotting after blood collection?
• Which specimen type is appropriate for an Ova & Parasite (O&P) analysis?
• Alcohol should be allowed to dry completely prior to skin puncture to
• Exposure to light decreases concentrates in certain specimens. Which of the following needs to be protected from light?
• Residual urine is
• Which of the following may cause hematoma formation?
• If a reticulocyte count is ordered, to which laboratory section would the blood specimen most appropriately be delivered?
• What color evacuated tube is commonly used for coagulation testing?
• Which practice most effectively reduces the spread of infections in health care settings?
• The occult blood test is commonly performed on which sample?
• Which type of urine specimen is most commonly collected at any time of day?
• Which condition would most likely cause hemoconcentration?
• Which additive is found in green-top tubes used for blood collection?
• During venipuncture, which scenario can lead to a hematoma?
• What is the preferred method for infant blood collection?
• If blood begins to flow and then stops when an evacuated tube is pushed into the needle, what is the most likely cause?
• When inoculating blood culture bottles with a butterfly, which bottle is inoculated first?
• Heparinized plasma is preferred for some chemistry tests because heparin prevents clotting by which mechanism?
• The agency that investigates and manages the control of various diseases is
• An expiration date of 12.05.11 on tubes indicates what?
• Which of the following is most likely not a factor in scheduling laboratory specimens?
• Which organization accredits hospitals in the United States?
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes which items?
• A phlebotomist who discusses with the supervisor a more efficient way to organize patient check-in is exhibiting which attribute?
• What term describes a smaller portion of a specimen used for testing that has been transferred to another container with the same identification?
• Which urine collection method is most suitable for culture and sensitivity testing of microbes?
• When a patient states that he or she has a needle phobia, the phlebotomist should
• Which blood test abbreviation is used to evaluate the respiratory system?
• Which activity should a student pursuing phlebotomy consider to learn about internship or employment opportunities through others?
• Which statement describes fraud in medical billing?
• Which cell type produces antibodies to fight specific pathogens?
• Which term describes a civil wrong that causes physical injury or damage to a person or property?
• Which agency should a medical facility contact for proper information regarding the disposal of medical waste?
• When a patient develops syncope during a venipuncture, the phlebotomist should first:
• Which of the following fire extinguishers should be used when a fire occurs in or near electrical equipment?
• Which of the following is a point-of-care test used in diagnosing problems with hemostasis?
• The primary reason for using a syringe transfer device is to
• Plasma is ____ percent water.
• Which formed element is essential for blood clotting?
• Which is the correct procedure to prepare a blood smear for a leukocyte alkaline phosphatase (LAP)?
• What instrument may be used to visualize veins during venipuncture?
• You have properly prepared the antecubital venipuncture site, you have the correct collection device and enter the vein at a 20 degree angle. Is this the proper angle of insertion?
• Which method is appropriate to obtain informed consent when there is a language barrier?
• In infant heel puncture technique, which statement is correct?
• Which order is described for drawing tubes to obtain serum first, then other tubes?
• Which statement about capillary versus venous blood is true?
• Which of the following is an acceptable site for venipuncture?
• The most common venipuncture site is located in which area?
• Which practice is recommended to prevent needlestick injuries during phlebotomy?
• A phlebotomist would help to prevent needle sticks by
• For culture and sensitivity testing, which urine collection method should be used?
• Which approach is best described as using informal conversations to gain information about employment opportunities?
• Which concept is associated with quickly evaluating circumstances, solving problems, and taking action?
• A specimen that requires chilling for transport to the lab should be placed in
• The term calcaneus refers to which bone?
• What is considered the most critical aspect of obtaining a blood culture?
• If a drug given just before collection may influence results, what should be documented?
• Which vein palpation characteristic would be least appropriate to select for venipuncture?
• Which statement regarding the use of gloves during blood draws is inaccurate?
• A tube not completely filled may interfere with test results because
• Which organization is the world's largest publisher of scientific and medical information?
• A phlebotomist who completes all work and documents all of the day's activities before leaving demonstrates
• A physician's schedule expands to include evenings and weekend hours. Which trait becomes especially important for staff?
• Which is included in Standard Precautions?
• Which color evacuated tube is associated with coagulation testing?
• If the plunger on the syringe is pulled back too fast:
• Which method helps job seekers in healthcare reveal opportunity information through social and professional contacts?
• Which color-coded tube is most frequently associated with coagulation tests?
• Which formed element is primarily responsible for oxygen transport?
• How long should a tourniquet be placed around a patient's arm?
• Which tube is normally used to collect a serum sample?
• The phlebotomist places the blood specimen in circles on special filter paper, for what test?
• Which of the following is most desirable for locating a vein suitable for venipuncture?
• Using a small-bore needle with a large-volume collection tube is most likely to cause which problem?
• Which represents the proper sequential draw from first to last?
• Which of the following is the most common injury occurring during venipuncture if the procedure is NOT performed according to standards?
• The facial expressions made by the phlebotomist are described as which type of communication?
• Red blood cells are known as
• How far above the venipuncture site should the tourniquet be wrapped around the arm?
• A patient with a history of syncope is undergoing venipuncture. What should the phlebotomy technician do to minimize risk?
• If a patient becomes dizzy or faints during venipuncture, the recommended immediate action is to remove the tourniquet and needle and call for help.
• Finding job opportunities by speaking with others is known as what?
• Which statement about the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) label requirements is correct?
• In capillary blood collection, the first blood drop is wiped away because:
• Which situation would most likely trigger hematoma formation?
• Which technique is best to employ if blood is not obtained upon needle insertion?
• Which anticoagulant is found in green-topped blood collection vacuum tubes?
• The anticoagulant heparin is used in tubes with tops of what color?
• Which of the following is a key professional behavior expected of phlebotomists?
• Following venipuncture, which of the following should be applied to the venipuncture site?
• Which term describes transmission of infection via contaminated inanimate objects?
• Which manual would you consult for safety protocols, PPE requirements, and hazard handling in the laboratory?
• Which term describes a serum or plasma specimen with high fat content?
• HAI stands for
• Which serum color is typical in jaundice due to elevated bilirubin?
• Which option demonstrates proper handling of a phone call to ensure the caller reaches the correct department quickly?
• What is the name for finding employment opportunity information by talking with other people?
• Which activity is commonly encouraged for discovering job opportunities through personal networks in clinical settings?
• Which practice involves connecting with industry contacts to uncover unadvertised job openings?
• Which statement about infant heel puncture site selection is accurate?
• Which statement best captures the benefit of ethics in healthcare practice?
• The calcaneus is the bone located in which part of the foot?
• What is the name for finding employment opportunity information by talking with other people?
• After the last tube is filled, what is the next step?
• What is the term for leveraging your professional network to identify potential jobs in phlebotomy?
• If a medication administered just prior to blood collection could alter analyte results, what should the phlebotomist do?
• Personnel drawing blood must follow Standard Precautions, which include all of the following except
• Which test status designation takes priority when considering the collection time?
• The federal law designed to protect patient health information is
• A basal-state specimen, used to establish reference ranges for inpatients, is best collected
• Which information would NOT be indicated on the label of a blood bank specimen?
• Which test can be performed at the bedside to evaluate bleeding risk quickly?
• Forcing syringe-drawn specimens into evacuated tubes may cause
• Language limitations, cultural diversity, and hearing loss are examples of what in communication?