Phlebotomy Practical Biochemistry Lecture Quizzes

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What is the meaning of phlebotomy?

The act of blood clotting

The area in front of the elbow

The breaking of blood cells

Collecting blood (correct)

What is thrombophlebitis?

A vacuum tube used to draw blood

The hollow center of a structure

Inflammation of a vein with blood clot formation (correct)

The act of puncturing a vein with a needle

What does hemolysis refer to?

A device used in the lab to spin blood and separate its components

A blood-filled bruise caused by a broken blood vessel

The slant at the end of a needle

The breaking of blood cells (correct)

What is a butterfly in the context of phlebotomy?

A smaller needle with wings on each side used to draw blood Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a centrifuge in the context of phlebotomy?

To spin blood and separate the liquid and solid portions of the blood Signup and view all the answers

What does anticubital space refer to?

The area in front of the elbow Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by the term 'thrombus' in phlebotomy?

A blood clot Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of asking about latex allergy before drawing blood?

To prevent allergic reactions in patients Signup and view all the answers

What does coagulate refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

The act of blood clotting Signup and view all the answers

What is hematoma in the context of phlebotomy?

A blood-filled bruise caused when a blood vessel is broken; collection of blood under the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'lumen' in phlebotomy?

The hollow center of a structure (needle) Signup and view all the answers

What does ecchymosis refer to?

A bruise Signup and view all the answers

Which gauge needle is recommended to prevent hemolysis?

20 gauge Signup and view all the answers

Where should a tourniquet be applied to evaluate the vein for blood draw?

Around the upper arm Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after allowing the blood flow to normalize?

Remove the tourniquet Signup and view all the answers

How should the needle be inserted for venipuncture?

At a 15-degree angle Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if no bleeding occurs after removing the needle?

Apply a band-aid Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure proper mixing of anticoagulants or preservatives in blood tubes?

Invert blood tubes 5-10 times Signup and view all the answers

"A good vein stands out when the tourniquet is applied" - what sense should be used more than sight to choose a vein?

"Touch" Signup and view all the answers

"Lower Extremities" refers to which part of the body for blood draw?

Legs and feet Signup and view all the answers

"Apply tourniquet 2-3 inches above elbow or desired blood draw site" - why is this step important?

"To cause veins to stand out" Signup and view all the answers

"Place in Biohazard Bag x 2" - why is double bagging important?

"To prevent contamination" Signup and view all the answers

What is the act of puncturing a vein with a needle called?

Venipuncture Signup and view all the answers

What does hemolysis refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

The breaking of blood cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of asking about latex allergy before drawing blood?

To ensure patient safety and prevent allergic reactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a centrifuge in the context of phlebotomy?

To spin blood and separate the liquid and solid portions Signup and view all the answers

What does coagulate refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

The act of blood clotting Signup and view all the answers

What sense should be used more than sight to choose a vein for venipuncture?

Touch/feel Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'lumen' in phlebotomy?

The hollow center of a structure (needle) Signup and view all the answers

What is a butterfly in the context of phlebotomy?

A smaller needle with wings on each side used to draw blood Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to prevent hemolysis during blood collection?

Use a 21 gauge or bigger needle Signup and view all the answers

What should be used more than sight to choose a vein for blood draw?

Touch Signup and view all the answers

How should the needle be inserted for venipuncture?

At a 15 degree angle Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to apply a tourniquet 2-3 inches above the elbow or desired blood draw site?

To evaluate the vein for blood draw Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to ensure proper mixing of anticoagulants or preservatives in blood tubes?

Invert blood tubes 5-10 times Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of asking about latex allergy before drawing blood?

To inform the medical professional about potential allergic reactions Signup and view all the answers

What does 'lumen' refer to in phlebotomy?

Diameter of the needle Signup and view all the answers

Where should a tourniquet be applied to evaluate the vein for blood draw?

2-3 inches above the elbow or desired blood draw site Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'antecubital space' in the context of phlebotomy?

The area inside the elbow Signup and view all the answers

What does 'hematoma' refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

A localized swelling filled with blood Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a centrifuge in the context of phlebotomy?

To separate blood components from the serum or plasma Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use a 21 gauge or bigger needle during blood collection?

To prevent hemolysis Signup and view all the answers

Phlebotomy Practical Biochemistry Lecture Quizzes

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What is the meaning of phlebotomy?

What is thrombophlebitis?

What does hemolysis refer to?

What is a butterfly in the context of phlebotomy?

What is the function of a centrifuge in the context of phlebotomy?

What does anticubital space refer to?

What is meant by the term 'thrombus' in phlebotomy?

What is the significance of asking about latex allergy before drawing blood?

What does coagulate refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

What is hematoma in the context of phlebotomy?

What is meant by 'lumen' in phlebotomy?

What does ecchymosis refer to?

Which gauge needle is recommended to prevent hemolysis?

Where should a tourniquet be applied to evaluate the vein for blood draw?

What should be done after allowing the blood flow to normalize?

How should the needle be inserted for venipuncture?

What should be done if no bleeding occurs after removing the needle?

What should be done to ensure proper mixing of anticoagulants or preservatives in blood tubes?

"A good vein stands out when the tourniquet is applied" - what sense should be used more than sight to choose a vein?

"Lower Extremities" refers to which part of the body for blood draw?

"Apply tourniquet 2-3 inches above elbow or desired blood draw site" - why is this step important?

"Place in Biohazard Bag x 2" - why is double bagging important?

What is the act of puncturing a vein with a needle called?

What does hemolysis refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

What is the significance of asking about latex allergy before drawing blood?

What is the function of a centrifuge in the context of phlebotomy?

What does coagulate refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

What sense should be used more than sight to choose a vein for venipuncture?

What is meant by 'lumen' in phlebotomy?

What is a butterfly in the context of phlebotomy?

What should be done to prevent hemolysis during blood collection?

What should be used more than sight to choose a vein for blood draw?

How should the needle be inserted for venipuncture?

Why is it important to apply a tourniquet 2-3 inches above the elbow or desired blood draw site?

What should be done to ensure proper mixing of anticoagulants or preservatives in blood tubes?

What is the significance of asking about latex allergy before drawing blood?

What does 'lumen' refer to in phlebotomy?

Where should a tourniquet be applied to evaluate the vein for blood draw?

What is meant by 'antecubital space' in the context of phlebotomy?

What does 'hematoma' refer to in the context of phlebotomy?

What is the function of a centrifuge in the context of phlebotomy?

Why is it important to use a 21 gauge or bigger needle during blood collection?

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