History of Phlebotomy
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Who is credited with the historical background of phlebotomy?

  • Louis Pasteur
  • Sir William Harvey
  • Florence Nightingale
  • Hippocrates (correct)
  • What is the origin of the term 'phlebotomy'?

  • Greek word 'phlebos' (correct)
  • English word 'phlebotomize'
  • French word 'phlebotomie'
  • Latin word 'phlebosis'
  • What is the primary purpose of phlebotomy?

  • To draw blood for medical tests (correct)
  • To perform heart surgeries
  • To repair electronic devices
  • To study rocks
  • Which field is directly associated with phlebotomy?

    <p>Pharmacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What language does the term 'phlebotomy' have its roots in?

    <p>Greek</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the etymology of the term 'phlebotomy'?

    <p>Greek</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the historical background of phlebotomy commonly associated with?

    <p>Ancient Greece</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of phlebotomy, what does 'phlebos' refer to?

    <p>A vein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medical procedure is directly associated with phlebotomy?

    <p>Drawing blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of phlebotomy as a field?

    <p>Collecting blood samples for analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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