Question 1

The non-automated erythrocyte ________ rate (ESR) test measures the rate at which red blood cells settle to the bottom of a blood sample.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The non-automated erythrocyte ________ rate (ESR) test...

Question 2

Which of the following is characteristic of capillary puncture?

Accepted Answer

A)  The blood is collected using a sterile needle and syringe. 
B)  It is used on patients with small or fragile veins. 
C)  The patient's non-dominant hand is used for this procedure. 
D)  It releases a greater amount of blood, compared to venipuncture. 
E)  The blood is collected into evacuated collection tubes. 
A)  The blood is collected using a sterile needle and syringe. 
B)  It is used on patients with small or fragile veins. 
C)  The patient's non-dominant hand is used for this procedure. 
D)  It releases a greater amount of blood, compared to venipuncture. 
E)  The blood is collected into evacuated collection tubes.

Question 3

Which tests require the use of a collection tube with a green stopper?

Accepted Answer

A)  Blood glucose tests 
B)  Electrolyte studies 
C)  Coagulation studies 
D)  Blood cultures 
E)  Hematology studies 
A)  Blood glucose tests 
B)  Electrolyte studies 
C)  Coagulation studies 
D)  Blood cultures 
E)  Hematology studies

Question 4

A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test is used to identify ____

Accepted Answer

A)  anemia 
B)  diabetes mellitus 
C)  kidney disorders 
D)  specific cancers 
E)  peptic ulcers 
A)  anemia 
B)  diabetes mellitus 
C)  kidney disorders 
D)  specific cancers 
E)  peptic ulcers

Question 5

The puncture of a vein performed with a needle for the purpose of drawing blood is called _______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The puncture of a vein performed with...

Question 6

A(n) blood collection tube with a ________ stopper contains heparin.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) blood collection tube with a ________...

Question 7

The insertion of a needle or cannula into a vein for the purpose of withdrawing blood is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  hematology 
B)  phlebotomy 
C)  morphology 
D)  coagulation 
E)  serology 
A)  hematology 
B)  phlebotomy 
C)  morphology 
D)  coagulation 
E)  serology

Question 8

Which of the following is part of the preparation for a glucose tolerance test?

Accepted Answer

A)  Instruct the patient to eat a high-carbohydrate diet for 3 days before the procedure 
B)  Offer the patient a high-carbohydrate snack immediately before drawing the blood 
C)  Instruct the patient to refrain from eating after the initial blood and urine samples are taken 
D)  Explain to the patient that only one blood and one urine sample will be taken 
E)  Direct the patient to use a laxative the night before to cleanse the digestive system 
A)  Instruct the patient to eat a high-carbohydrate diet for 3 days before the procedure 
B)  Offer the patient a high-carbohydrate snack immediately before drawing the blood 
C)  Instruct the patient to refrain from eating after the initial blood and urine samples are taken 
D)  Explain to the patient that only one blood and one urine sample will be taken 
E)  Direct the patient to use a laxative the night before to cleanse the digestive system

Question 9

Blood tests for potassium and sodium identify ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  prostatic cancer 
B)  hyperparathyroidism 
C)  anemia 
D)  fluid-electrolyte imbalances 
E)  atherosclerosis 
A)  prostatic cancer 
B)  hyperparathyroidism 
C)  anemia 
D)  fluid-electrolyte imbalances 
E)  atherosclerosis

Question 10

Which of the following refers to the rupturing of red blood cells?

Accepted Answer

A)  Capillary puncture 
B)  Hemolysis 
C)  Coagulation 
D)  Venipuncture 
E)  Phlebotomy 
A)  Capillary puncture 
B)  Hemolysis 
C)  Coagulation 
D)  Venipuncture 
E)  Phlebotomy

Question 11

The normal fasting blood glucose level is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  136 to 145 mEq/L 
B)  37 to 92 mg/dL 
C)  21 to 28 mEq/L 
D)  74 to 120 mg/dL 
E)  200 to 400 mg/dL 
A)  136 to 145 mEq/L 
B)  37 to 92 mg/dL 
C)  21 to 28 mEq/L 
D)  74 to 120 mg/dL 
E)  200 to 400 mg/dL

Question 12

Which blood collection device uses interchangeable collection tubes that are calibrated to collect the exact amount of blood required?

Accepted Answer

A)  Evacuation system 
B)  Needle and syringe system 
C)  Butterfly system 
D)  Capillary puncture 
E)  Blood culture system 
A)  Evacuation system 
B)  Needle and syringe system 
C)  Butterfly system 
D)  Capillary puncture 
E)  Blood culture system

Question 13

The best site for drawing blood from an infant is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the veins in the antecubital fossa 
B)  the median cubital vein 
C)  the heel 
D)  the cephalic vein 
E)  the brachial vein 
A)  the veins in the antecubital fossa 
B)  the median cubital vein 
C)  the heel 
D)  the cephalic vein 
E)  the brachial vein

Question 14

Which blood test can help identify coronary artery disease and atherosclerosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  Total cholesterol 
B)  Uric acid 
C)  Glucose 
D)  Bilirubin 
E)  Fasting glucose 
A)  Total cholesterol 
B)  Uric acid 
C)  Glucose 
D)  Bilirubin 
E)  Fasting glucose

Question 15

Which method of drawing blood would you use on a patient with small or fragile veins?

Accepted Answer

A)  Evacuation system 
B)  Capillary puncture 
C)  Automatic puncturing device 
D)  Blood culture system 
E)  Butterfly system 
A)  Evacuation system 
B)  Capillary puncture 
C)  Automatic puncturing device 
D)  Blood culture system 
E)  Butterfly system

Question 16

Number 1 in the picture is the ________vein, a vein commonly used for venipuncture.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Number 1 in the picture is the...

Question 17

Gout is identified by which of type of blood test?

Accepted Answer

A)  Uric acid 
B)  Potassium 
C)  Glucose 
D)  Total cholesterol 
E)  Lactate dehydrogenase 
A)  Uric acid 
B)  Potassium 
C)  Glucose 
D)  Total cholesterol 
E)  Lactate dehydrogenase

Question 18

The study of the shape or form of objects is called ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The study of the shape or form...

Question 19

The physician has asked you to draw blood from Peter, a 24-year-old patient, for routine pre-employment testing. As you begin explaining the process, Peter starts to look very uncomfortable. Although he pretends nothing is wrong, you soon discover that he is afraid of needles. Which of the following suggestions might you make to help Peter?

Accepted Answer

A)  "Take rapid, shallow breaths while I insert the needle in your arm." 
B)  "Tense the muscles in your arm so it won't hurt as much." 
C)  "See the magazine in the rack on the wall? Focus on that while I draw the blood." 
D)  "This will be painful, but I know you are brave enough to get through it." 
E)  "If you do not let me draw your blood, the company won't hire you." 
A)  "Take rapid, shallow breaths while I insert the needle in your arm." 
B)  "Tense the muscles in your arm so it won't hurt as much." 
C)  "See the magazine in the rack on the wall? Focus on that while I draw the blood." 
D)  "This will be painful, but I know you are brave enough to get through it." 
E)  "If you do not let me draw your blood, the company won't hire you."

Question 20

Which color stopper is used for a collection tube that contains no additive?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yellow 
B)  Green 
C)  Lavender 
D)  Red 
E)  Gray 
A)  Yellow 
B)  Green 
C)  Lavender 
D)  Red 
E)  Gray

Exam 49: Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

The non-automated erythrocyte ________ rate (ESR) test measures the rate at which red blood cells settle to the bottom of a blood sample.

Which of the following is characteristic of capillary puncture?

Which tests require the use of a collection tube with a green stopper?

A blood urea nitrogen (BUN) test is used to identify ____

The puncture of a vein performed with a needle for the purpose of drawing blood is called _______.

A(n) blood collection tube with a ________ stopper contains heparin.

The insertion of a needle or cannula into a vein for the purpose of withdrawing blood is ____.

Which of the following is part of the preparation for a glucose tolerance test?

Blood tests for potassium and sodium identify ____.

Which of the following refers to the rupturing of red blood cells?

The normal fasting blood glucose level is ____.

Which blood collection device uses interchangeable collection tubes that are calibrated to collect the exact amount of blood required?

The best site for drawing blood from an infant is ____.

Which blood test can help identify coronary artery disease and atherosclerosis?

Which method of drawing blood would you use on a patient with small or fragile veins?

Number 1 in the picture is the ________vein, a vein commonly used for venipuncture.

Gout is identified by which of type of blood test?

The study of the shape or form of objects is called ________.

Which color stopper is used for a collection tube that contains no additive?

Introduction to Medical Assisting

Healthcare and the Healthcare Team

Professionalism and Success

Interpersonal Communication

Legal and Ethical Issues

Basic Safety and Infection Control

Patient Reception

Office Equipment and Supplies

Examination and Treatment Areas

Written and Electronic Documents

Medical Records and Documentation

Electronic Health Records

Telephone Techniques

Patient Education

Managing Medical Records

Schedule Management

Insurance and Billing

Diagnostic Coding

Procedure Coding

Patient Billing and Collection

Financial Management Key

Organization of the Body

The Integumentary System

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The Blood

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Patient Interview and History

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Assisting With a General Physical Examination

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

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Assisting With Eye and Ear Care

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Orientation to the Lab

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

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Principles of Pharmacology

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