Phlebotomy Test National Center for Competency Testing 2

Question 1

Which NCCT certification is specifically designed for phlebotomy technicians?

Accepted Answer

NCPT

Answer

NCCT-PT

Answer

NCCT-PHL

Answer

NPT

Question 2

When performing a venipuncture, the tourniquet should be released within how many minutes to prevent hemoconcentration?

Accepted Answer

1 minute

Answer

5 minutes

Answer

3 minutes

Answer

2 minutes

Question 3

Which gauge needle is most commonly used for routine adult venipuncture?

Accepted Answer

21-gauge

Answer

18-gauge

Answer

25-gauge

Answer

23-gauge

Question 4

A phlebotomist notices a patient's arm has a hematoma at the intended venipuncture site. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Select a vein proximal to or away from the hematoma

Answer

Collect from the hematoma site to save time

Answer

Select an alternate vein distal to the hematoma

Answer

Apply firm pressure and draw immediately

Question 5

Which of the following is the correct order of draw for a serum separator tube (SST) followed by an EDTA tube?

Accepted Answer

SST first, then EDTA

Answer

EDTA first, then SST

Answer

Either order is acceptable

Answer

EDTA only; SST is obsolete

Question 6

What does the acronym OSHA stand for in the context of phlebotomy workplace safety?

Accepted Answer

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Answer

Office of Specimen Handling and Analysis

Answer

Organizational Standards for Healthcare Administration

Answer

Oversight System for Hospital Accreditation

Question 7

Which antiseptic is used to cleanse the venipuncture site before a routine blood draw?

Accepted Answer

70% isopropyl alcohol

Answer

Betadine (povidone-iodine)

Answer

Hydrogen peroxide

Answer

Chlorhexidine gluconate