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Which federal law requires phlebotomists to use standard precautions when handling blood specimens?
Answer: OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard
OSHA's Bloodborne Pathogen Standard mandates the use of standard precautions to protect workers from exposure to infectious materials.
What does the term 'antecubital fossa' refer to in phlebotomy?
Answer: The bend of the elbow
The antecubital fossa is the triangular area on the anterior surface of the elbow, the most common site for venipuncture.
Which tube additive chelates calcium ions to prevent blood from clotting?
Answer: EDTA
EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) chelates calcium, which is essential for the coagulation cascade, preventing clot formation.
What is the minimum number of patient identifiers required before collecting a blood specimen?
Answer: Two
The Joint Commission and CLSI require at least two patient identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth) to ensure correct patient identification.
Which of the following veins is considered the safest first choice for routine venipuncture?
Answer: Median cubital vein
The median cubital vein is the preferred first choice because it is large, well-anchored, and less likely to roll or bruise.
What color tube cap is used for a prothrombin time (PT/INR) test?
Answer: Light blue
The light blue (citrate) tube is used for coagulation studies including PT/INR because it preserves clotting factors.
Which professional organization publishes the CLSI standards used in phlebotomy practice?
Answer: Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute
CLSI (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute) develops voluntary consensus standards and guidelines for laboratory best practices including phlebotomy.