CPCT/A Patient care Exam: Quiz!

10 Questions | By AdewumiKoju | Last updated: Mar 22, 2022 | Total Attempts: 3006

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1.

When working with older adults, which of the subsequent options is not a special consideration phlebotomist should consider?
- A.
  
  Provide a protective environment.
- B.
  
  Mobility issues.
- C.
  
  Thin fragile veins.
- D.
  
  Visual acuity.
2.

When working with newborn babes, which of the subsequent options is not a special consideration?
- A.
  
  Ensure warmth.
- B.
  
  Use protective restraints where necessary
- C.
  
  Provide a protective environment.
- D.
  
  Accurately monitor the total volume of withdrawn blood.
3.

Which of the following options right states the difference between fainting and hypovolemic shock?
- A.
  
  Fainting is a medical emergency.
- B.
  
  Hypovolemic shock is a medical emergency.
- C.
  
  Fainting may be caused by an emotional reaction or pain.
- D.
  
  B and C
4.

Which of the following options can be considered symptoms of latex allergy?
- A.
  
  Shortness of breath.
- B.
  
  Runny nose, watery eyes
- C.
  
  Skin redness, hives.
- D.
  
  All of the above.
5.

Which of the following is the appropriate and right time for labeling a patient specimen?
- A.
  
  Immediately after collection
- B.
  
  Before the blood is drawn
- C.
  
  After all blood has been collected for the day
- D.
  
  None of the above
6.

Which of the subsequent options rightly refers to chain of custody?
- A.
  
  The process an arrested person follows when in jail.
- B.
  
  The order of laboratory supervisors, similar to chain of command.
- C.
  
  The process for maintaining control of a specimen, from the actual collection to final disposition, used under special circumstances such as work place, sports, or law enforcement testing.
- D.
  
  The process for maintaining control of a specimen, from the notional collection to final disposition, used under special circumstances such as work place, sports, or law enforcement testing.
7.

Which of the following is NOT considered requirements for a quality specimen?
- A.
  
  Non-hemolyzed specimen.
- B.
  
  Right patient, right specimen, right tube, right test, right label.
- C.
  
  Specimen transported to lab within two hours of collection.
- D.
  
  Non-clotted specimen (when anticoagulant additive is used)
8.

Which of the subsequent statements is NOT FALSE about implementing an advanced directive?
- A.
  
  The relatives will be given the legal right to decide for the client's condition.
- B.
  
  Advance directives mean do not resuscitate orders (DNRs).
- C.
  
  The directive is applicable to a client who can understand and make choices.
- D.
  
  The physician has evaluated the wishes as expressed in the document to determine what the client may want or not want.
9.

Which of the following rightly states the purpose of an incident report?
- A.
  
  Admit wrong doing in writing.
- B.
  
  Report an incident.
- C.
  
  To get your story in before the patient does.
- D.
  
  Tell on a co-worker anonymously.
10.

Which of the following is the correct authority to provide a background check information on the newly hired patient care technician, if the agency wishes to do so?
- A.
  
  The patient care technician Registry
- B.
  
  The National Council for State Boards of Nursing
- C.
  
  Previous employer
- D.
  
  The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987