What is a critical consideration when collecting blood from an elderly patient?
If a patient complains of severe pain, numbness, or tingling…
If a patient complains of severe pain, numbness, or tingling during a venipuncture, the phlebotomist should:
The specific gravity of urine provides information about its
The specific gravity of urine provides information about its
Which organ is primarily responsible for metabolizing glucos…
Which organ is primarily responsible for metabolizing glucose and producing bile?
When collecting a blood specimen for a Bilirubin test on a n…
When collecting a blood specimen for a Bilirubin test on a newborn, what special handling is required?
What is the maximum number of attempts an MLA should make on…
What is the maximum number of attempts an MLA should make on a patient for a venipuncture before seeking assistance?
When performing a capillary puncture, the first drop of bloo…
When performing a capillary puncture, the first drop of blood should be
Which of the following is the most important step in prevent…
Which of the following is the most important step in preventing the spread of infection in the laboratory?
A patient asks a Medical Laboratory Assistant for their test…
A patient asks a Medical Laboratory Assistant for their test results. What is the most appropriate response?
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) is a non-specific t…
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) is a non-specific test used to detect