CMT Medical Procedures and Techniques 2

Question 1

When performing venipuncture, the tourniquet should be applied how far above the intended site?

Accepted Answer

3-4 inches

Answer

1-2 inches

Answer

6-8 inches

Answer

10-12 inches

Question 2

The correct angle for an intramuscular (IM) injection is:

Accepted Answer

90 degrees

Answer

15 degrees

Answer

45 degrees

Answer

5 degrees

Question 3

When applying a bandage to an extremity, which direction should wrapping proceed?

Accepted Answer

Distal to proximal

Answer

Proximal to distal

Answer

Direction does not matter

Answer

Only in a circular pattern

Question 4

The preferred site for checking a pulse in an unresponsive adult patient is the:

Accepted Answer

Carotid artery

Answer

Radial artery

Answer

Brachial artery

Answer

Femoral artery

Question 5

When collecting a blood specimen, which tube should be drawn first using the order of draw?

Accepted Answer

Blood culture bottles

Answer

Lavender top (EDTA)

Answer

Blue top (sodium citrate)

Answer

Green top (heparin)

Question 6

What is the maximum time a tourniquet should remain applied during blood collection?

Accepted Answer

1 minute

Answer

30 seconds

Answer

3 minutes

Answer

5 minutes