Chapter 1

Question 1

What does the term ‘phlebotomy’ mean?

Answer 1

Phlebotomy comes from the Greek words ‘phlebos’ meaning ‘vein’ and ‘tome’ meaning ‘cut’.

Question 2

How is blood obtained in phlebotomy?

Answer 2

Blood is obtained either by venipuncture (puncturing a vein) or dermal (capillary) puncture.

Question 3

What is phlebotomy?

Answer 3

Phlebotomy is an invasive procedure that involves making an incision into the skin and blood vessels.

Question 4

Who performs phlebotomy?

Answer 4

Phlebotomy is performed by a phlebotomist.

Question 5

What is the primary role of a phlebotomist?

Answer 5

The primary role of a phlebotomist is to obtain blood specimens for testing.

Question 6

What is venipuncture?

Answer 6

Puncturing a vein to obtain blood

Commonly used for blood tests and donations.

Question 7

What is dermal (capillary) puncture?

Answer 7

Puncturing the skin to obtain blood

Often used for small blood samples, especially in infants.

Question 8

What is a key aspect of public image?

Answer 8

Clean and well-groomed

A clean appearance is essential for a positive public image.

Question 9

What is important regarding dress in maintaining a public image?

Answer 9

Appropriate dress

Dressing appropriately for the situation contributes to a professional image.

Question 10

How does posture affect public image?

Answer 10

Posture

Good posture conveys confidence and professionalism.

Question 11

What should one consider regarding scent in public image?

Answer 11

Pleasant odor

Maintaining a pleasant odor is crucial for a favorable public perception.

Question 12

What is a grooming consideration for hair in public image?

Answer 12

Hair under control

Hair should be well-kept and styled appropriately.

Question 13

What should be done with tattoos in a professional setting?

Answer 13

Keep tattoos hidden

Concealing tattoos can enhance professionalism.

Question 14

How should piercings be managed for a good public image?

Answer 14

No display of piercings

Minimizing visible piercings can contribute to a more conservative public image.

Question 15

When does the practice of bloodletting date back to?

Answer 15

Bloodletting dates back to about 1400 BC.

Question 16

What was used in the early 1800s to remove toxins from the blood?

Answer 16

Medicinal leeches were used to remove toxins from the blood.

Question 17

What is the primary responsibility of a phlebotomist?

Answer 17

Collection, processing, and transporting of blood specimens to the laboratory

This is part of the pre-examination phase of laboratory testing.

Question 18

What is the pre-examination phase of laboratory testing?

Answer 18

The phase involving the collection, processing, and transporting of blood specimens

This is primarily the role of the phlebotomist.

Question 19

What condition may require a phlebotomist to remove blood from patients?

Answer 19

Polycythemia

This condition involves the overproduction of red blood cells.

Question 20

Besides blood collection, what other instructions may phlebotomists give to patients?

Answer 20

Instructions on how to properly collect a urine or fecal specimen

This ensures accurate specimen collection for testing.

Question 21

What types of specimens are phlebotomists responsible for packaging?

Answer 21

• Blood
• Urine
• Fecal
• Cultures
• Body fluids

Proper packaging is crucial for specimen integrity during transport.

Question 22

What does POCT stand for?

Answer 22

Point-of-Care Testing

Question 23

Who may be responsible for performing POCT?

Answer 23

The phlebotomist may also be responsible for performing Point-of-Care Testing.

Question 24

What is blood glucose monitoring?

Answer 24

Blood glucose monitoring is performed at the patient’s bedside or a work area using portable instruments.

Question 25

How does POCT assist physicians?

Answer 25

POCT can assist the physician in making diagnoses more quickly, which often reduces the length of stay for hospitalized patients.

Question 26

What type of testing are POCT procedures considered?

Answer 26

POCT procedures are a form of waived testing.

Question 27

What does CDC stand for and what is its role?

Answer 27

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; categorizes newly developed lab tests ## Footnote The CDC plays a crucial role in public health and safety.

Question 28

What is the function of CLSI?

Answer 28

Sets standards for clinical laboratory testing procedures ## Footnote CLSI stands for Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute.

Question 29

What does CAP do?

Answer 29

Accredits hospital and reference laboratories ## Footnote CAP stands for College of American Pathologists.

Question 30

What is the role of the FDA?

Answer 30

Approves equipment, pharmaceuticals, reagents, blood products ## Footnote FDA stands for Food and Drug Administration.

Question 31

What does NAACLS stand for?

Answer 31

National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences ## Footnote NAACLS approves phlebotomy training programs.

Question 32

What is OSHA responsible for?

Answer 32

Regulates practices to ensure worker safety in the workplace ## Footnote OSHA stands for Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Question 33

What does TJC accredit?

Answer 33

Accredits healthcare facilities to ensure high standards of patient care ## Footnote TJC was formerly known as JCAHO, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

Question 34

The main regulatory body for all laboratories and established qualifications for phlebotomist

Answer 34

CMS