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As you remove the needle from the patient’s arm, you apply pressure to the puncture site and you should engage the safety mechanism immediately using: (Choose all that apply) A) your index finger. B) the edge of the sharps container. C) your thumb. D) the edge of the table.

Identify one historical challenge that emerges from the historical interaction between Christians and Muslims that we have studied in class. Briefly explain why the issue has caused division while trying to be as objective as possible and see things from both sides. Next, propose a solution for overcoming this historical issue. What questions or issues need to be addressed? What positions need to be reworked? What can both sides have a better response? Be as specific as possible and avoid generalities. Your goal is to come up with a plan that addresses all the specific details and concerns highlighted in your explanation of the historical challenge.

After a dermal puncture, the step before collecting blood in the microcollection container is: A) scrape the container against the site. B) wipe the first drop of blood away. C) squeeze the site. D) hold gauze against the site.  

The following can help when a hand vein must be used for venipuncture: A) Hold the vein 1 to 2 inches below the insertion site. B) Use a large bore needle. C) Keep the patient’s hand in an upward position. D) Do not use pediatric collection tubes.  

   In the image above, the letter “B” indicates where the ________ screws onto the needle. A) tube B) hub C) butterfly D) lancet

Which of the following is NOT a step in the blood collection procedure? A) Greet the patient. B) Perform aseptic technique. C) Provide post-puncture care. D) Perform the blood test.

One type of needle used by a phlebotomist is a butterfly. What is another name for a butterfly needle? A) Winged infusion set B) Tube needle C) Winged tube needle D) Tube attachment device

The best site for a dermal puncture on the fingers is the: A) distal area of the middle finger and ring finger. B) medial area of the middle finger and ring finger. C) lateral area of the plantar surface. D) medial area of the plantar surface.

When collecting a dermal puncture specimen, keep the site: A) above the patient’s heart. B) resting on the collection area. C) at your eye level. D) below the level of the patient’s heart.  

If the calcaneus is punctured on an infant, the action may be considered: A) negligence. B) an error. C) carelessness. D) malpractice.