Phlebotomy Certification and Techniques Quiz

Test your knowledge with these phlebotomy questions on venipuncture, safety, and procedures. Get ready for certification!

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Which of the following veins is commonly used for venipuncture?

Radial vein

Brachial vein

Dorsal vein

Cephalic vein

What does the term 'phlebotomy' refer to?

Study of blood cells

Collection and handling of blood specimens

Analysis of blood samples

Transfusion of blood products

What does the term 'hemolysis' refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

Formation of blood clots

Breakdown of red blood cells

Presence of excess white blood cells

Accumulation of platelets

What is the primary function of a tourniquet during venipuncture?

To anchor the vein

To reduce blood flow

To prevent infection

To dilate the vein

Which vein is commonly used for blood donation?

Cephalic vein

Femoral vein

Median cubital vein

Popliteal vein

What is the appropriate procedure for disposing of used needles?

Recycling

Discarding in regular waste bins

Placing in a sharps container

Flushing down the toilet

Which of the following additives is used in blood collection tubes to prevent coagulation?

EDTA

Sodium citrate

Heparin

Sodium fluoride

What is the purpose of 'warming' the site prior to venipuncture?

To prevent hemolysis of blood cells

To dilate blood vessels

To sterilize the site

To decrease blood flow

What is the primary purpose of a butterfly needle in phlebotomy?

To collect larger blood volumes

To facilitate blood collection from small or fragile veins

To administer intravenous medications

To prevent blood clotting

#10

Which of the following is a complication associated with improper venipuncture technique?

Hypoglycemia

Hematoma formation

Respiratory alkalosis

Hypokalemia

#11

What is the typical gauge size of a needle used for routine venipuncture?

18 gauge

20 gauge

22 gauge

24 gauge

#12

Which antiseptic solution is commonly used for cleansing the site prior to venipuncture?

Alcohol

Hydrogen peroxide

Chlorhexidine

Bleach

#13

Which of the following is an important step in ensuring patient safety during phlebotomy?

Using a large bore needle

Applying a tourniquet for an extended period

Discarding used needles in regular waste bins

Verifying patient identification before drawing blood

#14

Which of the following is NOT a recommended site for capillary puncture?

Finger

Heel

Earlobe

Antecubital fossa

#15

What is the recommended order of draw when using multiple blood collection tubes?

Red, blue, green, lavender, gray

Blue, red, green, lavender, gray

Green, blue, red, lavender, gray

Gray, lavender, red, blue, green

#16

Which of the following is a complication of prolonged tourniquet application?

Hypertension

Hypotension

Venous stasis

Arterial thrombosis

#17

What is the recommended angle for inserting a needle during venipuncture?

30 degrees

45 degrees

60 degrees

90 degrees

#18

What is the primary purpose of a Vacutainer system in phlebotomy?

To collect blood samples for testing

To monitor blood pressure

To administer intravenous fluids

To sterilize the skin prior to venipuncture