Phlebotomy Test Phlebotomy Anatomy and Physiology 3

Question 1

What is the normal pH range of human blood?

Accepted Answer

7.35–7.45

Answer

6.8–7.0

Answer

7.5–7.7

Answer

8.0–8.2

Question 2

Capillary blood specimens are most often collected from which site in adult patients?

Accepted Answer

Fingertip (finger stick)

Answer

Earlobe

Answer

Heel

Answer

Toe

Question 3

Which component of blood is responsible for the immune response and fighting infection?

Accepted Answer

Leukocytes

Answer

Erythrocytes

Answer

Thrombocytes

Answer

Reticulocytes

Question 4

What term describes the collapse or rolling of a vein during venipuncture?

Accepted Answer

Vein collapse

Answer

Hematoma

Answer

Phlebitis

Answer

Petechiae

Question 5

The median nerve runs near which structure frequently accessed during venipuncture?

Accepted Answer

Basilic vein

Answer

Cephalic vein

Answer

Femoral vein

Answer

Saphenous vein

Question 6

Which blood type is considered the universal donor for red blood cell transfusions?

Accepted Answer

Type O negative

Answer

Type A positive

Answer

Type AB positive

Answer

Type B negative