FREE NCCT National Certified Phlebotomy Technician MCQ Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is not necessary for a properly filled out requisition?

Accepted Answer

Patient history

Answer

Patient number.

Answer

Test(s) ordered.

Answer

Priority status.

Question 2

Which organization is in charge of overseeing lab workplace safety?

Accepted Answer

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Answer

Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA).

Answer

Center for Disease Control (CDC).

Answer

National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Question 3

What steps should you take to put on PPE properly?

Accepted Answer

Gown, Mask, Gloves.

Answer

Mask, Gown, Gloves.

Answer

Gloves, Gown, Mask.

Answer

Mask, Gloves, Gown.

Question 4

What is the outcome of the 3.2% sodium citrate additive?

Accepted Answer

The prevention of clotting by binding calcium.

Answer

Activation of clotting with glass or silica particles.

Answer

Prevention of clotting by inhibiting glycolysis.

Answer

Prevention of clotting by inhibiting thrombin and thromboplastin.

Question 5

What needs to be done before collecting blood from a sleeping patient?

Accepted Answer

Gently wake them up, and when they are ready, request they provide verification of their identity.

Answer

Verify their identity on the armband and proceed with the draw.

Answer

Leave and return later when they are awake.

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Check their medical chart.

Question 6

What kind of draw is typically done on young patients?

Accepted Answer

Heel stick.

Answer

Fingerstick.

Answer

Arterial.

Answer

Venipuncture.

Question 7

Which of the following would constitute an exception to the finger stick requirement?

Accepted Answer

Syringe.

Answer

Gauze.

Answer

Micro containers for the requested tests.

Answer

Alcohol wipes.