Question 1

Which of the following refers to the study of the shape or form of objects?

Accepted Answer

A)  Phagocytosis 
B)  Morphology 
C)  Coagulation 
D)  Phlebotomy 
E)  Differential 
A)  Phagocytosis 
B)  Morphology 
C)  Coagulation 
D)  Phlebotomy 
E)  Differential

Question 2

Blood chemistries and HIV/AIDS antibody tests must be performed with a collection tube with what color stopper?

Accepted Answer

A)  Red 
B)  Blue 
C)  Red/black 
D)  Gray 
E)  Green 
A)  Red 
B)  Blue 
C)  Red/black 
D)  Gray 
E)  Green

Question 3

Which of the following would you include when performing venipuncture using an evacuation system?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bunch up the patient's skin above and below the insertion site 
B)  Insert the needle at a 45º angle with the bevel side down 
C)  Penetrate the vein wall to a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch 
D)  Leave the tourniquet on until after you withdraw the needle from the vein 
E)  Be careful not to invert collection tubes that have additives in them 
A)  Bunch up the patient's skin above and below the insertion site 
B)  Insert the needle at a 45º angle with the bevel side down 
C)  Penetrate the vein wall to a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch 
D)  Leave the tourniquet on until after you withdraw the needle from the vein 
E)  Be careful not to invert collection tubes that have additives in them

Question 4

The hemoglobin A1c test reflects blood glucose levels over what period of time?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 year 
B)  6 months 
C)  3 months 
D)  1 month 
E)  2 weeks 
A)  1 year 
B)  6 months 
C)  3 months 
D)  1 month 
E)  2 weeks

Question 5

When blood is centrifuged, the heavier red blood cells move to one end of the tube, lighter plasma moves to the other end, and the ________ ________ that contains the white blood cells and platelets is between the two.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When blood is centrifuged, the heavier red...

Question 6

After explaining the process, you are drawing blood on 82-year-old Mrs. Green using an evacuated tube system. As you insert the third tube into the holder, the Mrs. Green begins to cry. You ask if she is in pain and she says, "No, but I am so scared! Why do they need this much blood? I must have a terrible disease!" Which of the following is your best response?

Accepted Answer

A)  "If you have a terrible disease, wouldn't you rather know about it?" 
B)  "We don't really need this much blood-we always draw a couple of extra tubes." 
C)  "Drawing blood does not necessarily mean you are ill; blood tests are one of the best ways to get an overall picture of your health." 
D)  "I am drawing several tubes of blood because, at your age, there are many different tests that we have to run." 
E)  "Don't worry; I'm sure everything will be fine." 
A)  "If you have a terrible disease, wouldn't you rather know about it?" 
B)  "We don't really need this much blood-we always draw a couple of extra tubes." 
C)  "Drawing blood does not necessarily mean you are ill; blood tests are one of the best ways to get an overall picture of your health." 
D)  "I am drawing several tubes of blood because, at your age, there are many different tests that we have to run." 
E)  "Don't worry; I'm sure everything will be fine."

Question 7

The red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are known as the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  whole blood 
B)  serum 
C)  monocyte 
D)  formed elements 
E)  hemoglobin 
A)  whole blood 
B)  serum 
C)  monocyte 
D)  formed elements 
E)  hemoglobin

Question 8

Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and Western blot tests are used to confirm which of the following diagnoses?

Accepted Answer

A)  Diabetes mellitus 
B)  HIV infection 
C)  Gout 
D)  Coronary artery disease 
E)  Anemia 
A)  Diabetes mellitus 
B)  HIV infection 
C)  Gout 
D)  Coronary artery disease 
E)  Anemia

Question 9

In tests for which the use of alcohol may result in inaccurate test results, which of the following chemicals may be used to prepare the skin before venipuncture?

Accepted Answer

A)  Povidone-iodine 
B)  Hibiclens 
C)  Soap and water 
D)  Hydrogen peroxide 
E)  Sodium chloride 
A)  Povidone-iodine 
B)  Hibiclens 
C)  Soap and water 
D)  Hydrogen peroxide 
E)  Sodium chloride

Question 10

A small, disposable instrument with a sharp point used to puncture the skin and make a shallow incision is called a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A small, disposable instrument with a sharp...

Question 11

The gel-like barrier between the serum and the clot in a coagulated blood sample is formed by a serum ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The gel-like barrier between the serum and...

Question 12

A blood collection tube with a lavender stopper is selected for ________ studies.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A blood collection tube with a lavender...

Question 13

A blood collection tube with a gray stopper is used to obtain blood for a blood ________ test.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A blood collection tube with a gray...

Question 14

Which of the following is important when drawing blood from an elderly patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  Do not apply pressure after removing the needle 
B)  Wiggle the needle to position it precisely in the vein 
C)  Have the patient bend her elbow after removing the needle 
D)  Avoid using a butterfly collection device 
E)  Have the patient elevate her arm after removing the needle 
A)  Do not apply pressure after removing the needle 
B)  Wiggle the needle to position it precisely in the vein 
C)  Have the patient bend her elbow after removing the needle 
D)  Avoid using a butterfly collection device 
E)  Have the patient elevate her arm after removing the needle

Question 15

Which of the following is used in the capillary puncture technique?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lancet 
B)  Retracting needle 
C)  Syringe 
D)  Evacuation tube 
E)  Butterfly needle 
A)  Lancet 
B)  Retracting needle 
C)  Syringe 
D)  Evacuation tube 
E)  Butterfly needle

Question 16

The red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are known as the ________ elements in a blood sample.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The red blood cells, white blood cells,...

Question 17

A vein commonly used for venipuncture and indicated by number 2 in the figure is the ________ vein.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A vein commonly used for venipuncture and...

Question 18

The addition of a(n) ________ to a blood collection tube causes the blood to remain in a liquid state.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The addition of a(n) ________ to a...

Question 19

Whole blood is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the clear, yellow liquid that remains after a blood clot forms 
B)  the total volume of plasma and formed elements 
C)  the main component of erythrocytes 
D)  the rupturing of red blood cells 
E)  the buffy coat in centrifuged blood 
A)  the clear, yellow liquid that remains after a blood clot forms 
B)  the total volume of plasma and formed elements 
C)  the main component of erythrocytes 
D)  the rupturing of red blood cells 
E)  the buffy coat in centrifuged blood

Question 20

A blood collection tube with a yellow stopper is used to obtain blood ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A blood collection tube with a yellow...

Exam 49: Collecting, Processing, and Testing Blood Specimens

Which of the following refers to the study of the shape or form of objects?

Blood chemistries and HIV/AIDS antibody tests must be performed with a collection tube with what color stopper?

Which of the following would you include when performing venipuncture using an evacuation system?

The hemoglobin A1c test reflects blood glucose levels over what period of time?

When blood is centrifuged, the heavier red blood cells move to one end of the tube, lighter plasma moves to the other end, and the ________ ________ that contains the white blood cells and platelets is between the two.

The red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are known as the ____.

Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and Western blot tests are used to confirm which of the following diagnoses?

In tests for which the use of alcohol may result in inaccurate test results, which of the following chemicals may be used to prepare the skin before venipuncture?

A small, disposable instrument with a sharp point used to puncture the skin and make a shallow incision is called a(n) ________.

The gel-like barrier between the serum and the clot in a coagulated blood sample is formed by a serum ________.

A blood collection tube with a lavender stopper is selected for ________ studies.

A blood collection tube with a gray stopper is used to obtain blood for a blood ________ test.

Which of the following is important when drawing blood from an elderly patient?

Which of the following is used in the capillary puncture technique?

The red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are known as the ________ elements in a blood sample.

A vein commonly used for venipuncture and indicated by number 2 in the figure is the ________ vein.

The addition of a(n) ________ to a blood collection tube causes the blood to remain in a liquid state.

Whole blood is ____.

A blood collection tube with a yellow stopper is used to obtain blood ________.

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

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Cardiovascular System

The Blood

The Lymphatic and Immune Systems

The Respiratory System

The Nervous System

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

The Digestive System

The Endocrine System

Special Senses

Patient Interview and History

Vital Signs and Measurements

Assisting With a General Physical Examination

Assisting in Reproductive and Urinary Specialties

Assisting in Pediatrics

Assisting in Geriatrics

Assisting in Other Medical Specialties

Assisting With Eye and Ear Care

Assisting With Minor Surgery

Orientation to the Lab

Electrocardiography and Pulmonary Function Testing

Microbiology and Disease

Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

Diagnostic Imaging

Principles of Pharmacology

Dosage Calculation

Medication Administration

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation

Nutrition and Health

Practice Management

Emergency Preparedness

Preparing for the World of Work

Filters

When blood is centrifuged, the heavier red blood cells move to one end of the tube, lighter plasma moves to the other end, and the that contains the white blood cells and platelets is between the two.