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During your morning blood draws you notice a fire at the end of the hallway. What is the LAST thing you should do? Activate the fire alarm or phone in the alarm. Contain the fire as much as possible. Extinguish if possible. Rescue those who need immediate help.

What are CLIA “waived” tests?  

Volatile solvents can cause respiratory tract irritation and central nervous system depression. How can you prevent accidental vapor inhalation? Wear a mask or respirator while handling chemicals. Transport chemicals with their caps removed. Use a biological hood for handling chemicals. Handle chemicals out in the open for good air circulation.

As the phlebotomist assigned to STAT blood collections, you are asked to collect a specimen from a patient who is awaiting a procedure in radiology. This patient is  

You should wash your hands for a minimum of how long between patients? A) 1 minute B) 45 seconds C) 30 seconds D) 20 seconds

The NFPA chemical hazard codes indicate all of the following EXCEPT: 1. alkalinity. 2. flammability 3. health hazard. 4. reactivity

In a laboratory, which department handles testing such as cholesterol, lipid panels, and blood glucose?  

The four basic elements in the communication loop are:  

Providing medical care for an elderly person would best be performed by a physician who is a:

Healthcare personnel run the risk of dropping equipment and specimens when the gloves they wear are A) too large. B) too small. C) snug but not tight. D) made of latex.