Question 1

Which of the following types of medication is an indication for an INR draw?

Options :

A : Anti-inflammatory

B : Antihistamine

C : Anticoagulant

D : Antiemetic

Answer: C

Question 2

A phlebotomist is collecting blood from a patient with small fragile veins. Which of the following devices is most appropriate?

Options :

A : Winged infusion set

B : 16-gauge needle

C : Blood culture bottle adapter only

D : Lancet for venous collection

Answer: A

Question 3

A phlebotomist is preparing to collect a CBC and a basic metabolic panel using evacuated tubes. Which of the following tubes should the phlebotomist collect first?

Options :

A : Lavender-top tube

B : Green-top tube

C : Gray-top tube

D : Yellow SPS tube

Answer: B

Question 4

Which of the following should a phlebotomist review on a requisition prior to collection for an outpatient draw?

Options :

A : Medications

B : Specimen requirements

C : Insurance authorization

D : Allergies

Answer: B

Question 5

OSHA requires employers to provide which of the following to employees who are at risk for bloodborne pathogen exposure?

Options :

A : Medical insurance

B : Hepatitis B vaccine

C : Life insurance

D : Phenylketonuria screening

Answer: B