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AMCA CERTIFICATION EXAM SET 202 4 /202 5

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1. Which of the following blood specimen tests are photosensitive and should be protected from light during handling and transportation? A. Gastrin B. Ammonia C. Pyruvate D. Bilirubin D
2. A phlebotomist should identify that a blood spot collection for inborn errors of metabolism requires which if the following? A. The newborn must be at least 3 days old B. The circles on the filter paper much be at least half filled C. The first drop of blood immediately following the puncture must be included D. The specimen must be completely dried before the test can be processed A
3. Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take to comply with guidelines for a CLIA- waived procedure? A. Document quality control results B. Report results immediately to CLIA C. Transport specimens within 24 hrs D. Process a specimen within 1 hr of collection A
4. A phlebotomist should administer CPR to which of the following patients? A. A patient who has chest pain B. A patient who is pulseless C. A patient who is lethargic D. A patient who is short of breath B

5. Which of the following color top tubes will the phlebotomist need to perform A1C, CBC, hepatic panel, and a comprehensive metabolic panel? A. Yellow and blue B. Gold and lavender C. Green and gray D. Red and black B
6. Which of the following methods provides for the most secure reliable delivery of laboratory results? A. Electronic reports B. Courier delivery C. Verbal reports D. Fax D
7. A phlebotomist should instruct a patient to take which of following actions when providing a sputum specimen? A. Collect the stool directly into a sterile container B. Discard the first urine of the day and collect for 24 hours C. Aggressively swab the inside of the cheek D. Take a deep breath and then expectorate D
8. Which of the following pairs of blood tests is appropriate for a fasting specimen? A. Glucose and triglycerides B. BUN and alkaline phosphate C. Creatinine and total protein D. Lactate dehydrogenase and albumin A
9. A phlebotomist has just confirmed critical values on a laboratory test. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist make when the physician's office is already closed? A. Contact the physician by paging or calling right away B. Leave a message at the physician's office number C. Call the physician's office on the next business day D. Fax the results to the physician's office with a stat fax cover

A

10. Which of the following is the appropriate procedure for handling an ammonia specimen? A. Protect from light B. Transport on ice C. Transport in warm water D. Protect from diurnal variation B
11. A phlebotomist is preparing to collect a capillary blood specimen from a patient using the aseptic technique. Which of the following cleansing agents should the phlebotomist use? A. Povidone- iodine B. Hand sanitizer C. 70% isopropyl alcohol D. 10% chlorine bleach solution C
12. A phlebotomist is called to the emergency department to draw blood from patient who is in critical condition. Which of the following is the applicable consent for this procedure? A. Informed B. Implied C. Expressed D. Written B
13. A phlebotomist should identify which of the following as the best site for phenylketonuria collection on an infant?A A. The medical or lateral areas of the heel B. The central area of the heel C. The medial or lateral area of the fingertip D the central area of the fingertip A
14. which of the following criteria is acceptable in determining the quality of a peripheral blood smear? A. Covers a quarter of the slide B. A well-defines edge

C. Covers the entire slide D. A feathered edge D

15. There has been a chemical spill in the laboratory. To which of the following should a phlebotomist refer for directions to clean up the spill? A. CLIA B. OSHA C. SDS D. CDC C
16. When preparing for a blood smear, which of the following should a phlebotomist use to ensure the best test result? A. Venous blood from an EDTA tube B. Venous blood from a sodium citrate tube C. Venous blood from a fluoride tube D. Venous blood from a heparin tube A
17. which of the following refers to the process of cleaning up a blood specimen spill on a counter? A. Neutralization B. Disinfection C. Containment D. Sterilization B
18. Which of the following is a phlebotomist required for document on a CBC specimen label? A. Patient's insurance provider name B. Phlebotomist's full name C. Phlebotomist certification number D. Patient's identification number D
19. a phlebotomist is required to use the sharpers container to dispose of which of the following items after performing a capillary collection? A. Lancet

B. Used gauze C. Microtrainer tube D. Alcohol wipe A

20. Failure to demonstrate proper care that results in an injury to another person is an example of A. Assault B. Battery C. Negligence D. Fraud C
21. A phlebotomist should use a blood transfer device with which of the following methods of blood collection? A. Winged infusion B. Syringe C. Evacuated tube system D. Capillary puncture B
22. How can a phlebotomist distinguish whether a collection tube contains serum or plasma? A. SST in the collection tube indicated plasma B. Sodium fluoride in the collection tube indicates serum C. Sodium citrate in the collection tube indicates serum D. EDTA in the collection tube indicates plasma A
23. Which of the following is used to stabilize a patient's arm during a venipuncture? A. Arm restraints B. A blood pressure cuff C. A phlebotomy wedge D. A phlebotomy chart C
24. A report of laboratory results is required to have which of the following information? A. Date of specimen collection B. Phlebotomist's initials

C. Patient diagnosis D. Values of previous tests A

25. A large spill has occurred in a laboratory involving venous blood. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? A. Cover the spill until maintenance arrives B. Pour bleach on the spill and let it soak for 60 seconds C. Evácuate the laboratory D. Apply a liquid thickening agent on top of spill D
26. Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist game after collecting blood into a serum separation tube? A. Shake the tube vigorously five to eight times B. Invert the tube three to four times C. Roll the tube five to ten times D. Invert the tube five to eight times D
27. Which of the following blood components is needed for hemostasis to take place? A. Erythrocytes B. Leukocytes C. Neutrophils D. Thrombocytes D
28. Which of the following tube additives promotes clot formation? A. Heparin B. Oxalate C. Citrate D. Silica D
29. Which of the following governing bodies mandates the use of safety features on needles and the immediate disposal as one unit in a biohazard container after use? A. CDC B. OSHA

C. HIPPA

D. CLIA

B

30. According to the CLSI order of draw guidelines, which of the following samples should the phlebotomist collect first? A. Coagulation B. Cultures C. Electrolytes D. Glucose B
31. A phlebotomist has duplicate orders for a patient. How should the order be verified? A. Confirm with the patient what laboratory work the provider prescribed B. Determine which requisition matches the patient's previous test requisitions C. Draw both orders and discard the incorrect specimen after the order has been clarified D. Call the provider to confirm the test requisition for the patient D
32. Which of the following processes occurs after the venipuncture to control the bleeding? A. Homeostasis B. Hemostasis C. Hematopoiesis D. Hemoconcentration B
33. A phlebotomist should recognize that proper hand hygiene can result in which of the following? A. A decrease in the incidence of health care-associated infections B. An increase in the accuracy of laboratory results C. A decrease in the rejection of laboratory specimens D. An increase in the potential sources of pathogens A
34. A phlebotomist allows another administrative employee to use their login password to enter a patient's laboratory results. Which of the following regulates the confidentially that has been breached in this situation? A. OSHA

B. HIPPA

C. FDA

D. CLIA

B

35. A phlebotomist inserts a needle into a patient's vein and observes no blood flow into the tube. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take first? A. Remove the needle B. Pull the needle back slightly C. Laterally redirect the needle D. Reposition the needle to 90° B
36. A phlebotomist enters a patient's room and observes the patient to be motionless and cyanotic. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take first? A. Ask the patient if they are okay in a loud voice B. Perform the head-tilt/chin-lift maneuver C. Administer two rescue breaths D. Look, listen, and feel for breathing movements A
37. Which of the following is the general concept behind standard precautions? A. Ensure that employees receive training regarding workplace hazards B. Provide information about hazardous chemicals to the environment within C. Assume that all body fluids are infected with blood-borne pathogens D. Maintain a workplace that is free of environmental hazards C
38. Which of the following information should a physician's office provide to a phlebotomist for laboratory specimen collection? A. Laboratory accession number B. Physician's NPI number C. Laboratory requisition form D. Physician's encounter form C
39. Which of the following methods of reporting results by a clinical laboratory abides by the recommended standards set by the Joint Commission?

A. An in-person report from the clinical laboratory technician to the nurse B. An emailed report from the clinical laboratory technician to the patient C. A called-in report from the clinical laboratory technician to the phlebotomist D. A faxed report from the clinical laboratory technician to the physician D

40. A phlebotomist informs a patient who is anxious that restraints will have to be used if the patient continues to move. When using this language, the phlebotomist is liable for which of the following? A. Battery B. Assault C. Invasion of privacy D. False imprisonment B
41. A phlebotomist is obtaining a venipuncture specimen and has decided to use the vein which lies on the outer side of the arm. Which of the following veins has the phlebotomist selected? A. Cephalic B. Median cubital C. Basilic D. Dorsal A
42. How should a phlebotomist instruct a female patient to collect a urine specimen for culture testing? A. Do not touch the inside container, clean the urinary meatus from back to front, being voiding in toilet, and collect the specimen B. Do not touch the inside of the container, clean the urinary meatus from back to front, and then collect the specimen C. Do not touch the inside of the container, clean the urinary meatus from front to back, begin voiding in toilet, and then collect the specimen D. Do not touch the inside of the container, clean the urinary meatus from front to back, and then collect the specimen C
43. Which of the following information must a phlebotomist include on the label of a venipuncture specimen? A. Phlebotomist credentials B. Ordering provider's NPI number

C. Time of the venipuncture D. Location of the venipuncture A

44. The results from which of the following tests are an example of point of care testing? A. An elevated sweat chloride test B. A positive HIV test C. An elevated blood glucose test D. A positive hepatitis test C
45. Which of the following orders of draw should a phlebotomist use for venipuncture collection? A. Sodium citrate, sodium heparin, SST, EDTA B. Sodium citrate, SST, sodium heparin, EDTA C. SST, EDTA, sodium heparin, sodium citrate D. EDTA, SST, sodium heparin, sodium citrate B
46. A phlebotomist is preparing a blood smear slide. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take before transporting the specimen? A. Allow the smear to air dry B. Blow air on the smear to dry it C. Place smear in the freezer to dry D. Use a sterile gauze to gently dry the smear A
47. Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take next for an adult capillary puncture after sanitizing and puncturing the site? A. Wipe away the first drop of blood B. Collect the specimen with the capillary tube inverted at a 30° angle C. Firmly squeeze the site until the desired tube is filled D. Wait for 30 seconds until the site has produced enough blood to collect A
48. A patient is on contact isolation precautions. What PPE, other than standard gloves, would be required? A. Surgical mask

B. N95 mask C. Face shield or goggles D. Gown D

49. Which of the following tests is performed to identify bacteremia? A. Glucose tolerance test B. Peripheral blood smear C. Blood culture D. Lactic acid C
50. Which of the following is the vein of choice for a venipuncture procedure? A. Medican cubital B. Radial C. Medical basilic D. Cephalic A
51. An 8 - year old patient arrived to the laboratory for blood work. Which of the following information is required on the venipuncture requisition? A. Laboratory accreditation status B. Guardian's name and date of birth C. Requesting provider's name D. Phlebotomy technician's name B
52. Which of the following best exemplifies diversity awareness in the workplace? A. Acknowledge patient's hobbies and interest B. Acknowledge presence of patient's family and friends C. Acknowledge patient's questions and complaints D. Acknowledge patient's beliefs and customs D
53. A phlebotomist is preforming a venipuncture on a patient who is allergic to alcohol. Which of the following is an appropriate antiseptic to use in place of the alcohol? A. Sterile water B. Antiseptic foam

C. Chlorhexidine D. Saline C

54. Aseptic techniques are followed by phlebotomist during phlebotomy procedures for which of the following reasons? A. To maintain the stability of patients specimen B. To increase the likelihood of successful collection C. To minimize the volume of blood same required D. To decrease the risk of infection to patients and phlebotomist D
55. When performing a test for PKU, the specimen should be processed using which of the following? A. Filter paper B. Micotainer C. Capillary tube D. Transfer device A
56. A blood glucose meter was checked during the previous morning for errors. At which of the following times should the quality control of the meter be checked? A. At the end of the business day B. Before use C. Seven days after the last check D. After the first use B
57. A phlebotomist is scheduled to perform a venipuncture on a child who is unable to provide identification. Which of the following information should the phlebotomist use to identify the child? A. Identification by another phlebotomist B. Identification by the patient's nurse C. Patient's room number D. Patient's door card B
58. According to CLSI, the standard depth of a dermal puncture of an infant is

A. 3mm B. 2 mm C. 0.30 mm D. 0.20 mm B

59. An adult patient gives implied consent to a phlebotomist when which of the following occurs? A. When the patient signs a release for their laboratory results B. When the patient signs a document of agreement for a research study C. When the patient offers their arm out to the phlebotomist D. When the patient's family member nods for the phlebotomist to proceed C
60. A phlebotomist is processing a urine specimen in the laboratory. Which of the following personal protective equipment is required to maintain safety regulations in the laboratory? A. Face shield B. Hairnet C. Shoe covers D. Surgical gloves A
61. Which of the following practices should a phlebotomist follow to help monitor the volumes of blood collected in pediatric patient? A. Limit the collection of blood from a patient to three times per day B. Maintain an updated log of blood collected from patients C. Use patient's armband to identify restrictions on blood draw volume D. Obtains a stat prescriptions before drawing blood B
62. Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take when using a tourniquet? A. Tie a knot with the tourniquet that will not slip B. Release the tourniquet with one hand C. Position the tourniquet 3 - 4 inches below the site D. Wash the tourniquet with soap and water after use B
63. Which of the following actions is required immediately after a phlebotomist experiences an accidental needle stick injury when drawing blood from a patient who has HIV?

A. Report the exposure to the supervisor B. Report the exposure to the CDC C. Send to the patient for further STI testing D. Save the collection device for future evaluation A

64. A phlebotomist should collect which of the following equipment or an ordered comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)? A. Tourniquet, multisample needle, collection tube B. Sterile cup, reagent strip, disinfectant towelette C. Aerobic culture bottle, anaerobic culture bottle, chlorhexidine swabs D. Lancets, microhematocrit tubes, clay sealant A
65. Which of the following actions should a phlebotomy technician take when a patient has a seizure during blood collection? A. Complete the blood collection B. Restrain the patient C. Use a tongue depressor to hold the patient's tongue down D. Move the patient to the floor D
66. Which of the following actions should I phlebotomist take for a patient who has a recent double mastectomy? A. Proceed without modification since the mastectomy was bilateral B. Evaluate each arm and draw only from the arm with minimal information C. Evaluate each arm and draw only from the most acceptable distal vein in either arm D. Contact the ordering provider and obtain permission to draw from either of the arms D
67. Which of the following information is a phlebotomist required to document during urine collection for federal department of transportation drug testing? A. Total volume of urine collected B. Concentration of urine collected C. Temperature of urine collected D. Color of urine collected C

68. A phlebotomist is preparing to draw blood from an infant. To calculate the blood volume that can be drawn , which of the following types of patient information must the phlebotomist have? A. Blood type B. Height C. Birth date D. Weight D
69. A phlebotomist should identify that which of the following over-the-counter products taken by patient can affect a liver function panel? A. Zinc B. Acetaminophen C. Ibuprofen D. Melatonin B
70. Which of the following is required on a chain of custody form after the urine drug screen? A. Patient signature B. Provider signature C. Patient's insurance number D. Diagnosis code A
71. A phlebotomist has entered incorrect information in a patient's paper chart after a venipuncture procedure. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take to correct the error? A. Notify the provider about the error B. Ask the administrator to erase the error and input the correct information C. Strike a line through the error and initial D. Erase the error and enter correct information C
72. I phlebotomist is instructing a patient on how to collect a stool specimen. Which of the following instructions should a phlebotomist give the patient about the collection procedure? A. " Avoid urine contact with the specimen" B. "Refrigerate the specimen after collection" C. "Label the lid of the container" D. " Wear is sterile gloves during collection"

A

73. Which of the following needles should a phlebotomist use for a venipuncture using a winged fusion set and a 5 mL syringe? A. 23 gauge B. 18 gauge C. 25 gauge D. 27 gauge A
74. A phlebotomist is preparing to draw blood from a patient for therapeutic drug monitoring. Which of the following question should the phlebotomist ask? A. " When was your last dose of lithium?" B. " For how long have you been fasting?" C. " When did you have your last alcoholic beverage?" D. " Have you finished drinking the glucose solution?" A
75. Which of the following is an appropriate technique for specimen collection? A. Performing a heel stick on a five-year-old patient B. Performing a fingerstick on a toddler patient C. Performing a thumb stick on an infant D. Performing a thumb stick on a five-year-old patient B
76. A phlebotomist is working with an administrative assistant to schedule an appointment for a patient who requires a post prandial glucose test. At which of the following times should the phlebotomist ensure the patient's appointment is scheduled? A. Upon waking up after fasting B. Two hours after eating a meal C. Immediately after exercising D. 30 minutes before bedtime B
77. How many times should an EDTA tube be inverted after blood collection? A. 5 to 7 B. 2 to 4

C. 1 to 3 D. 8 to 10 D

78. If a phlebotomist's hand is visibly solid with blood or bodily fluids, which of the following decontamination agents should the phlebotomist use to clean them? A. Alcohol-based hand rub B. Sterile water rinse C. Soap and water D. Alcohol rinse C
79. Following collection of the last specimen collection tube, which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take next? A. Disengage the tube from collection set B. Hold gauze firmly over the insertion site C. Place the used needle in biohazardous receptacle D. Withdraw the collection needle from the vein A
80. Which of the following is caused by excessive shaking of tube? A. Hemophilia B. Hemoconcentration C. Hemolysis D. Hemostasis C
81. A phlebotomist is preparing to perform venipuncture on a patient who had a right sided mastectomy. Which of the following is the correct site to perform the collection? A. Left antecubital B. Right cephalic C. Left femoral artery D. Right basilic A
82. A phlebotomist finds a patient who is unresponsive and not breathing. In which of the following position should the phlebotomist place the patient before initiating CPR? A. Supine

B. Semi- Fowler's C. Prone D. Side- lying A

83. If a patient is on droplet precautions, the phlebotomist should recognize that which of the following is a means of transmission? A. The patient sneezes B. The patient provides a urine specimen C. The patient has a bloody nose D. The patient reports an itchy rash A
84. Which of the following techniques of needle insertion to the antecubital space is in accordance with suggested venipuncture guidelines? A. Perpendicular to the vein at an angle of 30° to 45° B. With the bevel facing at an angle of 15° to 30° C. Parallel to the vein at an angle of 35° D. With the bevel facing down at an angle of 25° B
85. A Laboratory is scheduled for a routine annual inspection with the primary focus on equipment maintenance logs. Which of the following areas will be the focus of the inspection? A. Mechanical safety B. Chemical safety C. Radiation safety D. Electrical safety A
86. Which of the following anticoagulants is found in the lavender topped blood collection vacuum tube? A. Sodium citrate B. Sodium heparin C. EDTA D. Lithium heparin C
87. By wearing a face shield when coming into contact with body fluids, a phlebotomist is preventing exposure by which of the following modes of transmission?

A. Permucosal B. Vector C. Fomite D. Percutaneous A

88. after collecting a bilirubin test, which of the following steps must be taken post venipuncture to ensure the accurate test results? A. Specimen should be chilled B. Specimen should be spun down and frozen C. Specimen should be kept away from direct light D. Specimen should be transferred into a light blue tube C
89. When preparing to explain a phlebotomy procedure to a patient, which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? A. Plan to use empathy towards the patient during the discussion B. Ensure that technical medical terminology is used in the explanation C. Plan to communicate while in the patients intimate personal space D. Remain in the standing position while the patient sits in a chair A
90. if a tube is not inverted correctly after collection, it may cause A. Hemoconcentration B. False test results C. A failure in the centrifugation process D. Cell dilution B
91. The clinical laboratory standards institute recommends a heel lancet's penetration to be less than 2 mm (0.03 in) to prevent which of the following conditions? A. Excessive bleeding B. Pain C. Tissue fluid contamination D. Bone penetration D

92. While performing donor phlebotomy for a blood bank, the phlebotomist should use a? A. 12 - 14 gauge needle B. 16 - 18 gauge needle C. 21 - 22 gauge needle D. 23 - 25 gauge needle B
93. drawing a patient's blood without consent can result in a charge of? A. Negligence B. Malpractice C. Breach of contract D. Battery D
94. If no vein is apparent on first inspection, which of the following actions should the phlebotomist technician take before reapplying to tourniquet? A. Tell the patient to pump their fist rapidly B. Apply an ice pack to the patient's arm C. Have the patient rest their arm in a downward position D. Tap repeatedly on the patient's arm C
95. Which of the following nonverbal factors can have positive impact when phlebotomist introduce themselves to patient? A. Keep arms crossed while talking to a patient B. Avoid direct eye contact with a patient C. Remain standing when a patient is sitting D. Take a position facing a patient D
96. I phlebotomy technician is caring for a patient who is in shock. Which of the following actions should the technician take? A. Keep the patient warm B. Administer fluids to the patient C. Place the patient in an upright position D. Lower the patient's legs A

97. After cleaning the collection site with an anti-septic agent, the phlebotomist should do which of the following? A. Allow the site to air dry B. Wipe the site dry with a piece of sterile gauze C. Dry the site by Fanning it D. Blot the site dry using a piece of sterile gauze A
98. fasting specimens are preferred for which of the following test? A. Pregnancy B. Thyroid C. Cholesterol D. Creatinine C
99. After centrifuging, a green top tube yields a specimen of? A. Serum B. Plasma C. Clotted blood D. Whole blood B
100. Which of the following forms commonly accompanies a toxicology drug screen for legal purposes? A. Chain of custody B. Requisition C. Encounter D. CMS 15000 A
101. A phlebotomist is preparing to collect a blood specimen from a patient who has self- reported needle phobia. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take? A. Encourage the patient to chew gum during the procedure B. Instruct the patient to lie supine during the procedure C. What is the patients elbow joint and 90° of flexion D. Warm the site for 10 minutes before venipuncture B

102. I phlebotomist is planning to collect a specimen to measure the patient's serum cortisol level. Which of the following factors should the phlebotomist consider? A. Body temperature B. Time of day C. Alcohol consumption D. Prandial status B
103. Which of the following pieces of information is a phlebotomist required to include on the label of a blood specimen tube? A. Phlebotomist's initials B. Provider's NPI number C. Laboratory's address D. Patient's phone number A
104. A phlebotomist experiences a needlestick injury and discusses the event with a patient's partner without the patient's permission. The phlebotomist is now in violation of which of the following? A. OSHA B. Needlestick safety and prevention act C. The joint commission D. HIPPA D
105. Which of the following types of bleeding should the phlebotomist notify provider or nurse about? A. Arterial B. Venous C. Capillary D. Subcutaneous A
106. A phlebotomist is preparing to obtain an inpatient specimen from a patient. which of the following locations is the proper place for a phlebotomist to place the tourniquet? A. On top of the patients burn wound B. Over the patients gown sleeve

C. Above the patient's IV site D. Over the patients weeping rash B

107. The duties of a phlebotomist include? A. Evaluating stain blood smears B. Calibrating instruments within the laboratory C. Establishing test protocols for specimen analysis D. Greeting and instructing patients D
108. Every state in the US requires that newborns be tested for which of the following disorders? A. Septicemia B. Bacteremia C. Phenylketonuria D. Proteinuria C
109. utilizing tubes that have been expired may result in which of the following? A. Loss of vacuum B. Hemoconcentration C. Hemolysis D. Elevation of the red blood cell count A
110. I phlebotomist is explaining the venipuncture procedure to a patient who is seated. In which of the following positions should the phlebotomist instruct the patient to place their arm? A. Distal portion of the arm is a downward position B. Wrist positioned with dorsal side upward C. Next to the patient while in prone position D. Fingers oriented laterally B
111. A phlebotomist has wash their hands in preparation for a routine venipuncture. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take to dry their hands? A. Dry hands with sterile towel B. Dry hands with a clean disposable towel

C. Dry hands with a sanitizing hand gel D. Dry hands with a disposable sanitizing cloth B

112. A phlebotomist is obtaining a blood specimen from a patient who is suspected of having Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection. Which of the following pieces of equipment is required? A. Nonlatex tourniquet B. Sterile gloves C. Face shield D. N95 respirator D
113. Which of the following lancet positions should a phlebotomist use for capillary blood collection on a healthy adult patient? A. Perpendicular to the fingerprint grooves B. Parallel to the nail bed C. Along the lateral portion of the first digit D. Along the medial portion of the fifth digit A
114. which of the following information is required for proper output identification? A. Patient's age and gender B. Physicians name and test ordered C. Patient Social Security number and date of order D. Patients name and date of birth D
115. which of the following is the correct location to anchor a vein before performing a venipuncture? A. 3 to 4 inches above puncture site B. 1 to 2 inches below puncture site C. 1 to2 inches medial to the puncture site D. 3 to 4 inches lateral to the puncture site B
116. I phlebotomy technician is concerned that the offices current butterfly needles are not up to safety standards. Which of the following agencies can confirm safety compliance of the equipment for the technician?

A. OSHA

B. National Institute of health C. CDC D. American society for clinical laboratory sciences A

117. Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take first after removing the needle from a patient's arm? A. Label the collection tubes B. Activate the needle safety device C. Invert collection tubes gently D. Dispose of the tube holder and needle B
118. when drawing blood on a preschooler, the phlebotomist should? A. Explain the procedure to the parent and child B. Not tell the child when the needle insertion is coming C. Obtain a heel stick D. Obtain a thumb stick A
119. when performing a dermal puncture on patients one year of age and older, the phlebotomist should place the lancet in which of the following locations? A. Middle (3rd) finger B. The thumb C. Index (2nd) finger D. Pinky (5th) finger A
120. Which of the following parameters should a phlebotomist consider when selecting a collection method? A. Patient condition, patient age, blood volume required B. Patient height, patient gender, patient medications C. Ordering physician, number of test ordered, diagnosis D. Time of day, timing of specimen, test status A The blood lancet is used for the collection of blood specimens by: A. Cutting