Certified Phlebotomy Technician Exam Safety and Compliance 2

Question 1

A phlebotomist sustains a needlestick injury after drawing blood from a patient with unknown HIV status. What is the FIRST action to take?

Accepted Answer

Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water

Answer

The first action after a needlestick is to immediately wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water for several minutes.

Question 2

Which federal regulation governs bloodborne pathogen exposure control in the workplace?

Accepted Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 is the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard that mandates exposure control plans for healthcare workers.

Question 3

What does the RACE acronym stand for in fire safety response?

Accepted Answer

Rescue, Activate, Contain, Extinguish

Answer

RACE stands for Rescue patients in danger, Activate the alarm, Contain the fire by closing doors, and Extinguish if safe to do so.

Question 4

A patient's chart is marked with a latex allergy. Which item must be removed from the blood draw setup?

Accepted Answer

Tourniquet

Answer

Standard tourniquets are often made of latex and must be replaced with a latex-free alternative for patients with latex allergies.

Question 5

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for electrical equipment fires in a lab?

Accepted Answer

Class C

Answer

Class C fire extinguishers are designed for electrical equipment fires and use non-conductive agents.

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