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What does the term 'phlebotomy' mean?
What does the term 'phlebotomy' mean?
- Collecting blood (correct)
- The act of blood clotting
- Breaking of blood cells
- Inflammation of a vein with blood clot formation
What is the purpose of a butterfly needle in phlebotomy?
What is the purpose of a butterfly needle in phlebotomy?
- To separate the liquid and solid portions of blood
- To draw blood using a straight needle
- To draw blood using a smaller needle with wings on each side (correct)
- To break blood cells
What is the definition of 'hemolysis' in the context of phlebotomy?
What is the definition of 'hemolysis' in the context of phlebotomy?
- The act of blood clotting
- A vacuum tube used to draw blood
- The area in front of the elbow
- The breaking of blood cells (correct)
What is the function of a centrifuge in a laboratory setting?
What is the function of a centrifuge in a laboratory setting?
What does 'thrombus' refer to in the context of phlebotomy?
What does 'thrombus' refer to in the context of phlebotomy?
What is the recommended gauge for preventing hemolysis during blood collection?
What is the recommended gauge for preventing hemolysis during blood collection?
Where should a phlebotomist avoid drawing blood from?
Where should a phlebotomist avoid drawing blood from?
What should a phlebotomist use to evaluate which vein to use for blood collection?
What should a phlebotomist use to evaluate which vein to use for blood collection?
What step is crucial for adequate mixing of anticoagulants or preservatives in blood collection tubes?
What step is crucial for adequate mixing of anticoagulants or preservatives in blood collection tubes?
What should a phlebotomist do after collecting blood samples?
What should a phlebotomist do after collecting blood samples?
Where should a phlebotomist avoid drawing blood from?
Where should a phlebotomist avoid drawing blood from?
What is the recommended step to stop bleeding after withdrawing the needle?
What is the recommended step to stop bleeding after withdrawing the needle?
What is the primary purpose of using a tourniquet during blood collection?
What is the primary purpose of using a tourniquet during blood collection?
What step should be taken before inserting the needle for blood collection?
What step should be taken before inserting the needle for blood collection?
What technique ensures proper mixing of anticoagulants or preservatives in blood collection tubes?
What technique ensures proper mixing of anticoagulants or preservatives in blood collection tubes?
