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Arterial specimens should be tested ________ after being drawn. A) immediately B) ASAP (as soon as possible) C) within one-half hour D) within one hour

A thick blood smear is used to screen for: A) red blood cell disorders. B) white blood cell disorders. C) platelet disorders. D) malaria parasites

Venous access devices, such as heparin locks: A) may be used by phlebotomists for routine blood collections. B) are used primarily for repeated phlebotomy during a 3-hour glucose tolerance. C) must be flushed with saline prior to collection for special coagulation studies. D) are used to administer medication and should not be used for blood collection.  

Which of the following may a patient have during a glucose tolerance test? A) chewing gum B) food C) water D) alcohol

I am thinking about my plans for the future.Yo *blank* *blank* (pensar) en mis planes para el futuro. _______ _______

In a glucose tolerance test, it is unsafe to give a patient with an elevated glucose: A) additional water. B) a urine test. C) additional glucose. D) a venipuncture.  

Sterile technique is required during blood collection for culture to: A) create confidence in the patient because of the lengthy procedure. B) ensure that no normal flora are included in the specimen. C) promote growth of pathogens in the sample. D) stimulate blood flow to the surface veins.

A shunt that is surgically inserted to connect an artery and a vein to allow for hemodialysis is a: A) fistula B) heparin lock C) cannula D) saline lock

Conditions that may require arterial blood measurements include: (Choose all that apply) A) pulmonary disease. B) cardiac failure. C) lung cancer. D) severe shock.

False positive blood culture results may occur due to: A) circular cleaning of the puncture site. B) allowing the cleaning agent to dry on the skin. C) wiping the tube stopper with alcohol prior to collection. D) re-palpating the puncture site after cleansing.