Before adding a chemical to a specimen container, the phlebotomist noted that the chemical may cause mild skin irritation and should not be inhaled. What would be the best method to handle this situation? Use a flammable cabinet. Use only gloves and pour over a spill kit. Use gloves and a face shield. Use gloves, a face shield, and a fume hood.  

 You are a new employee who needs to deliver a surgical specimen that will be processed, stained, and evaluated by a pathologist for final diagnosis. Which laboratory department will process this sample?

Routine inspections by which of the following agencies ensure that hospital and reference laboratories are following standards of performance for laboratory testing and phlebotomy procedures?  

Diseases such as chickenpox, TB, and shingles can be spread through which mode of transmission? A) Contact B) Droplet C) Vector D) Airborne

  What is the principle rule to bear in mind when considering presentation aids?  

Gloves are worn during phlebotomy procedures to A) appear professional for the patient. B) maintain a professional appearance. C) keep your fingerprints off the equipment. D) prevent the spread of contamination.  

The term HAZMATS is used to identify 1.hazardous materials and chemicals. 2. chemical absorbent materials. 3. chemicals that have low to no risk. 4. chemicals that can neutralize volatile chemicals.

Inpatient facilities where phlebotomists can work include all of the following EXCEPT:  

Which of the following actions is against OSHA policies because it may result in a needlestick injury while performing venipuncture? Engaging the engineering control upon withdrawal of the needle from the arm Placing an uncapped needle down on the table Jamming a used needle down into a full sharps container Keeping fingers out of the path of needle insertion

 HAIs are infections A) of the nasal passage. B) that occur in communal settings. C) that are acquired from healthcare settings. D) with non-pathogenic organisms.