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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Greek (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the etymology of the term 'phlebotomy'?

<p>Greek (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the historical background of phlebotomy commonly associated with?

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

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

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

Which medical procedure is directly associated with phlebotomy?

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

What is the primary focus of phlebotomy as a field?

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

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