Phlebotomy Safety and Procedures Quiz

Test your knowledge with questions on vein selection, safety measures, and proper techniques in phlebotomy procedures.

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Which of the following veins is commonly used for venipuncture?

Radial vein

Brachial vein

Cephalic vein

Dorsal vein

What is the correct procedure for disposing of used needles and sharps?

Place them in a regular waste bin

Recycle them with plastic items

Dispose of them in a designated sharps container

Throw them into the toilet

Which of the following is NOT a recommended site for venipuncture?

Medial cubital vein

Femoral vein

Basilic vein

Median vein of the forearm

What is the primary purpose of palpating the vein before venipuncture?

To locate the artery

To assess the vein's size and depth

To measure blood pressure

To assess skin elasticity

Which of the following is a correct technique to stop bleeding after venipuncture?

Apply pressure with a cotton ball and release after a few seconds

Massage the puncture site vigorously to promote clotting

Apply a tourniquet above the puncture site

Hold pressure on the site until bleeding stops, then apply a bandage

Which of the following actions is NOT recommended during phlebotomy procedure documentation?

Recording the time of blood collection

Documenting the patient's allergies

Noting the color and volume of blood collected

Writing the patient's medical diagnosis

What is the recommended angle for venipuncture needle insertion?

15 degrees

30 degrees

45 degrees

90 degrees

What is the purpose of a tourniquet during venipuncture?

To dilate the vein

To cleanse the skin

To prevent blood clotting

To engorge the vein with blood

Which of the following is an appropriate technique for capillary puncture on an infant?

Puncturing the fingertip

Puncturing the heel

Puncturing the forearm

Puncturing the antecubital area

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What is the correct order of draw when using multiple evacuated tubes for blood collection?

Red, light blue, green, lavender

Green, lavender, light blue, red

Light blue, green, lavender, red

Lavender, light blue, red, green

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What is the purpose of gently inverting blood collection tubes after collection?

To mix additives with blood

To decrease blood clotting time

To increase blood oxygenation

To sterilize the blood sample

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Which of the following is a potential complication of venipuncture?

Hypertension

Hematoma

Hyperglycemia

Hypothyroidism

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What is the primary purpose of phlebotomy safety measures?

To ensure patient comfort

To prevent the spread of infectious diseases

To minimize blood loss

To increase procedure efficiency