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What is the primary function of the tubing in the Butterfly Collection System?
What is the primary function of the tubing in the Butterfly Collection System?
- To act as a pressure relief valve (correct)
- To increase needle gauge size
- To provide a sterile environment
- To facilitate blood transfer from syringe to patient
Which two identifiers are essential for correctly identifying a patient before specimen collection?
Which two identifiers are essential for correctly identifying a patient before specimen collection?
- Patient's complete name and either medical record number or date of birth (correct)
- Patient's address and phone number
- Patient's name and doctor's name
- Patient's medical record number and date of birth
What is the recommended angle of insertion for the needle in the Butterfly Collection System?
What is the recommended angle of insertion for the needle in the Butterfly Collection System?
- 15 degrees
- 10 degrees
- 20 degrees
- 5 degrees (correct)
Which of the following is considered a pre-analytical error?
Which of the following is considered a pre-analytical error?
When should a phlebotomist stop the patient identification process?
When should a phlebotomist stop the patient identification process?
Flashcards
Evacuated System
Evacuated System
A blood collection system using tubes with a vacuum to draw blood.
Butterfly Collection System
Butterfly Collection System
A blood collection system with winged needle and tubing, useful for smaller veins and pressure relief.
Patient Identification
Patient Identification
Critically important for accurate results; requires full name, medical record number, DOB, and patient confirmation.
Pre-analytical Errors
Pre-analytical Errors
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2 Unique Patient Identifiers
2 Unique Patient Identifiers
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