Blood Collection Equipment and Supplies Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of a dedicated blood collection station in a clinical laboratory?

To provide a separate room or cubicle for performing phlebotomy procedures on outpatients (correct)

To store all the necessary phlebotomy equipment and supplies

To ensure that inpatients have their blood drawn at their bedside

To accommodate both ambulatory outpatients and non-ambulatory patients

Which of the following situations would require a patient to have their blood drawn while standing?

When the patient is an inpatient and their blood needs to be drawn at their bedside

When the patient is an ambulatory outpatient and can easily walk in and out of the laboratory

When the patient is unable to sit down due to restrained hips from an accident (correct)

When the phlebotomist prefers to draw blood from standing patients for better access to the vein

What is the purpose of using a phlebotomy cart or handheld carrier when drawing blood?

To serve as a barrier between the phlebotomist and the patient during the blood draw procedure

To provide a stable surface for the patient to rest their arm on during the blood draw

To transport the necessary phlebotomy equipment and supplies to the patient's location (correct)

To ensure that the phlebotomist has a designated area to set down and organize their supplies

What is the primary reason for wearing gloves when performing phlebotomy?

To protect the phlebotomist from potential exposure to the patient's blood-borne pathogens Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended practice for changing gloves when performing phlebotomy on multiple patients?

Change gloves between each patient to prevent the spread of infection Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the 'body substance isolation' concept mentioned in the text?

To require the use of personal protective equipment, such as gloves, when handling any body fluids or moist body substances Signup and view all the answers

Which type of gloves are prohibited in the laboratory due to the potential for contamination?

Powdered latex gloves Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using an antiseptic on the venipuncture site?

To prevent the growth and development of microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended antiseptic procedure for preparing a site for blood sample extraction?

70% isopropyl alcohol, followed by an iodophor, followed by 70% isopropyl alcohol Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using hydrogen peroxide on a wound or puncture site?

To create an effervescent (bubbling) effect to clean the area Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between an antiseptic and a disinfectant?

Antiseptics are used on human skin, while disinfectants are used on surfaces and instruments Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why vinyl examination gloves are commonly used in laboratories?

They are used for individuals with latex allergies Signup and view all the answers

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