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1
Blood tests for potassium and sodium identify fluid-electrolyte imbalances
True
False
2
Students in applied training project professionalism by __________.
using a piece of tape on their scrubs with their name
changing hair colors every week
discussing patients with other students in the employee break room
maintaining a good reputation in the medical community
3
You are ask to draw blood He looks very uncomfortable he is afraid of needles Which suggestions might you make to help
Take rapid, shallow breaths while I insert the needle in your arm
If you do not let me draw your blood, the company won't hire you."
This will be painful, but I know you are brave enough to get through it."
"See the magazine on the wall? Focus on that while I draw the blood."
4
Which color stopper is used for a collection tube that contains a clot activator?
gray
lavender
green
red
5
Which procedure for obtaining a blood sample is usually performed on the middle finger or the ring finger?
butterfly system
capillary puncture
needle and syringe system
evacuation system
6
Which of the following is an advantage of becoming an active member in a professional organization?
Access to temporary employment agencies
Networking opportunities
Checking Internet sites
Seeing a school counselor
7
Which of the following are included in steps for collection of a blood specimen?
Tell the patient the process will not be painful
Identify the patient correctly
) Use the same tubes for chemistry and hematology tests.
Apply the tourniquet to the patient's lower arm.
8
Which of the following is a valid study tip to prepare to take a national certification exam?
Get a good night's sleep before the test.
Study what you do know, and don't worry about what you don't know.
Have a cram session with friends the night before the test.
Avoid taking practice exams
9
When the preceptor demonstrates a task different from what the student was taught, what should the student do?
Say nothing, recognizing the role of a learner in the facility
Tell the preceptor’s supervisor that she is not doing the task correctly
Politely suggest that it should have been done differently
Report the observation to the practicum coordinator
10
What is the purpose of an employee evaluation?
to determine whether the employee will receive a cost-of-living raise
) to check on attendance only
make sure the goals & values of the employer & employee support each other
to tell the employee what he or she is doing wrong
11
Which of the following blood tests is completed using a stained blood smear?
differential WBC
) WBC
hematocrit determination
manual differential cell count
12
Which of the following would you include when performing venipuncture using an evacuation system?
Insert the needle at a 45ºangle with the bevel side down
Be careful not to invert collection tubes that have additives in them.
Penetrate the vein wall to a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch
Leave the tourniquet on until after you withdraw the needle from the vein.
13
An individual at the training site who serves as an instructor but is an employee of the site is known as a(n)
supervisor
preceptor
mentor
trainer
14
Which agency offers the RMA exam?
AMT
ABHES
CAAHEP
AAMA
15
Gout is identified by which type of blood test?
uric acid
glucose
lactate dehydrogenase
potassium
16
Which of the following is the term for red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets?
whole blood
formed elements
hemoglobin
serum
17
What is the normal range of potassium found in the blood?
6 to 20 mg/dL
21 to 28 mEq/L
8.6 to 10.0 mg/dL
3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L
18
Which of the following identifies how much of the volume of a sample is made up of rbc after the sample has been spun
red blood cell count
differential white blood cell count
hemoglobin determination
hematocrit determination
19
Once you are employed, you can expect to be evaluated after about __________.
one month
three months
nine months
) two months
20
The hemoglobin A1c test reflects blood glucose levels over what period of time?
1 month
6 months
3 months
2 weeks
21
When working in healthcare, it is important to be __________.
aggressive and confident
shy and passive
aggressive
assertive and confident
22
In addition to using appropriate engineered safety devices, NIOSH recommends that health-care workers
recap needles before transporting them to the sharps container
attend bloodborne pathogen training every three years
use needles only if no safe alternatives are available
throw sharps into the wastebasket
23
Which of the following is an expectation of the applied training site?
providing proof of immunizations
ensuring that the student is medically able to perform assigned duties
) having the student sign a statement of confidentiality
supervise student to provide safe practice & meaningful learning experience
24
Normal prothrombin time (PT) is __________.
2 to 7 minutes
8 to 10 minutes
) 11 to 15 seconds
30 to 60 seconds
25
Students are not paid during applied training, which means
it does not matter if they miss a day occasionally
they can disregard instructions by their preceptor
they do not have to accept additional work
they must still behave as if they were an employee of the facility
26
Blood chemistries and HIV/AIDS antibody tests must be performed with a collection tube with what color stopper?
blue
green
red/black
red
27
Which of the following is used in the capillary puncture technique?
butterfly needle
lancet
evacuation tube
retracting needle
28
The normal sodium blood level is __________.
98 to 108 mEq/L
21 to 28 mEq/L
8.6 to 10.0 mEq/L C)
136 to 145 mEq/L
29
Number 1 in the picture is the __________ vein, a vein commonly used for venipuncture.
basilic
cephalic
cephalic
anticuebital space
30
Which of the following steps is not required when applying for a national certification exam?
Obtain permission from your accredited school.
Request an application from the appropriate agency.
Review all exam policies and procedures.
Complete the application and submit it.
31
Which method of drawing blood would you use on a patient with small or fragile veins?
blood culture system
automatic puncturing device
capillary puncture
butterfly system
32
A blood test that measures creatine kinase (CK) can identify __________.
leukemia
heart disease
diabetes mellitus
sickle cell anemia
33
Which of the following behavior or personal characteristics are considered professional & acceptable in the clinic
long, flowing hair
perfume or cologne
) visible tattoos
clean, pressed scrubs
34
Which of the following is characteristic of capillary puncture?
The blood is collected into evacuated collection tubes.
The patient's non-dominant hand is used for this procedure.
The blood is collected using a sterile needle and syringe.
It is used on patients with small or fragile veins.
35
The normal fasting blood glucose level is __________.
37 to 92 mg/dL
74 to 120 mg/dL
136 to 145 mEq/L
) 21 to 28 mEq/L
36
Which blood test can help identify coronary artery disease and atherosclerosis?
bilirubin
fasting glucose
total cholesterol
glucose
37
An erythrocyte (RBC) count is used to identify dehydration
False
True
38
A vein commonly used for venipuncture and indicated by number 2 in the figure is the __________ vein.
cephalic
anticuebital space
basilic
median cubital
39
Which tests require the use of a collection tube with a green stopper?
electrolyte studies
coagulation studies
hematology studies
blood cultures
40
A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test is used to identify liver disorders
False
True
41
The description of whole blood is the total volume of plasma and formed elements
False
True
42
When drawing blood from an infant, what is best site to use to prevent injury to the infant?
the veins in the antecubital fossa
the heel
the median cubital vein
the brachial vein
43
Which of the following refers to the study of the shape or form of objects?
) phagocytosis
morphology
) coagulation
differential
44
Screening of students by the applied training coordinator may include __________.
résumé of past work experiences
health records
) hands-on test of current clinical skills
) criminal background check
45
After how many unsuccessful attempts at obtaining a good blood sample should you seek assistance
2
4
3
1
46
Which of the following is the most common antiseptic used to cleanse the skin before drawing blood?
alcohol
10% bleach
soap and water
hydrogen peroxide
47
Tests for which the use of alcohol may result in inaccurate test results, which of the following chemicals may be used
sodium chloride
soap and water
hydrogen peroxide
povidone-iodine
48
blood collection device uses interchangeable collection tubes that are calibrated to collect the exact amount of blood ?
evacuation system
needle and syringe system
capillary puncture
butterfly system
49
Expectations of the educational institution include reinforcing patient confidentiality
True
False
50
Blood Draw She tell you that when they drew her blood last year it left a huge bruise Which would be your best response
"If you get a bruise, you can wear long-sleeve shirts for a few weeks."
Some bruising is possible, I will do everything possible to minimize it."
They probably didn't draw the blood correctly last time."
"Bruising is just one of the side effects of having your blood drawn."
51
Unacceptable behaviors or personal characteristics for a clinical area include acrylic nails
False
True
52
Which of the following tests requires the use of a blood collection tube with a gray stopper?
blood glucose tests
blood cultures
arterial blood gases
coagulation studies
53
To identify the patient correctly prior to blood collection, you should ask the patient to verify her DOB
True
False
54
The vein used for venipuncture and represented by number 3 in the picture is the __________ vein.
cephalic
basilic
median cubital
anticuebital space
55
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) blood test screens for which of the following?
potential bleeding problems
inflammatory process
leukocytes
low blood sugars
56
Which of the following is important when drawing blood from an elderly patient?
Have the patient elevate her arm after removing the needle.
Avoid using a butterfly collection device.
Have the patient bend her elbow after removing the needle
Do not apply pressure after removing the needle
57
Which of the following items forms the first line of defense during a phlebotomy procedure?
gloves
face mask
laboratory coat
gown
58
Withdrawing blood from a vein is called
hematology
phlebotomy
serology
coagulation
59
Which of the following are the most common sites for venipuncture?
median cubital and cephalic veins
radial and ulnar veins
) popliteal and posterior tibial veins
femoral and inguinal veins
60
The normal blood calcium level is __________.
3.5 to 5.1 mEq/L
27 to 29 mEq/L
8.6 to 10.0 mEq/L
98 to 108 mEq/
61
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and Western blot tests are used to confirm which of the following diagnoses?
coronary artery disease
gout
HIV infection
diabetes mellitus
62
When listing individuals as references, it is professional to
place the list at the bottom of the résumé
ask their permission
include no fewer than 10 references
) ask a friend to be a reference
63
The applied training site preceptor is expected not to give constructive criticism about the student’s work
True
False
