Phlebotomy Final

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which of the following is designed to reduce the risk of transmission of microorganisms from both recognized and unrecognized sources of infection in health care facilities?

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standard precautions

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which of the following organizations oversees the investigation and control of various diseases, especially those that are communiable

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CDC (center for disease control and prevention)

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an agency of the U.S. Department of Labor that requires employers to provide measures that will protect workers exposed to biological hazards?

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OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

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If an accident such as a needlestick occurs, the injured health care worker should immediately

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cleanse the area with isopropyl alcohol and apply an adhesive bandage

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about how many patients acquire a nosocomial infection annually?

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1.75 to 3 million

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Which of the following is a commonly identified pathogenic agent that affects the skin?

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Herpes virus

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Which of the following would require airborne precautions?

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measles

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Which of the following would require contact precautions?

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scabies

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Which of the following is a commonly identified causative agent of nosocomial infections in the nursery unit?

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Escherichia coli

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Reverse isolation is commonly used for patients who have:

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immunodeficiency disorder

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a commonly identified pathogenic microorganisms that causes health care associated skin infections?

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candida albicans

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antiseptics for skin include

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iodine

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a chemical that should be used to disinfect tourniquets and items contaminated with blood

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1:10 dilution of chlorine bleach

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the HICPAC transmission-based precautions include:

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airborne, droplet, and contact

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a chemical compound that is an antiseptic for skin

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hexylresorcinol

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the proper sequence for removal of isolation apparel after blood collection in an isolation room:

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gloves, gown, mask

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in the "chain of infection," the reservoir is

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the patient who is carrying the pathogen

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in health care facilities, which of the following is a typical fomite?

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laboratory coat

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the most important procedure in the prevention of disease transmission in health care institutions?

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handwashing

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in the process of preparing to enter a patient's isolation room, what would occur first?

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donning mask

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which of the following is a factor that increase a host's susceptibility in the chain of infection?

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drug use

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a vector in transmitting infectious diseases

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mites

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babies whose mothers have which of the following problems must be isolated from other infants?

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genital herpes

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a health care acquired infection occurs when:

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the chain of infection is complete

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disinfectants are:

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chemicals that are used to remove or kill pathogenic microorganisms

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Failure to act or perform duties according to the standard of care for phlebotomy is:

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negligence

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In legal cases, "what is a reasonably prudent person would do under similar circumstances" refers to:

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standard of care

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when a phlebotomist gives aid during an emergency, he or she is usually protected through:

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implied consent

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before a patient's laboratory test results can legally be released to another physician or health care facility, the patient must

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provide his or her informed consent

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the standard of care presently used in phlebotomy malpractice legal cases involving health care providers is based on the conduct of the average phlebotomist in which area?

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national community

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the fedieral law enacted that regulates the quality and accuracy of laboratory testing (includng phlebotomy procedures) by creating a uniform set of provisions governing all clinical laboratories is referred to as

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CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments)

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a young boy who refused to have blood collected from his arm was locked in a room by a health care worker and was forced to have the blood collection. this is an example of:

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assault and battery

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which of the following agencies administers CLIA

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)

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which of the following brances of governmet writes laws that are called statutes?

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legislative brance

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which of the following best describes the moral issues or problems that have resulted because of modern medicine, clinical research and/or technology?

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bioethics

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the legal term for improper or unskillful care of a patient by a member of health care team or any professional misconduct, unreasonable lack of skill, or infidelity in professional or judiciary duties is:

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malpractice

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CLIA is enforced by the

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)

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which federal law states that a laboratory with moderately complex or highly complex testing must have written policies and procedures for specimen collection and labeling?

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CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments)

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Who has recognized rights for patients in health care organizations through "The Patient Care Partnership"?

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AHA (American Heart Association)

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Under which of the following concepts are the supervisors and directors of laboratories held liable for the negligent actions of their employees?

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respondeat superior

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Examination of witnesses before a trial is referred to as

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discovery

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In a malpractice lawsuit, the first statement of a case to be filed is by the

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plaintiff

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Which of the following is the best example of setting the standard of care for blood collection?

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The Joint Commission

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A large number of negligence health care lawsuit cases arise out of the violation of:

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violation of patient confidentiality

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A phlebotomist who routinely collects blood specimens from homebound patients should obtain information on the state's law regarding

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patient's confidentiality and HIV status

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Which of the following legal concepts refers to the voluntary permission by a patient to allow touching, examination, and/or treatment by health care providers?

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informed consent

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Professional negligence in blood collection is the same as

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malpractice

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a consent document to collect blood for research purposes from patients is established through

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IRBs (institutional review boards) at institutions

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Blood collection from patients and other individuals for research purposes is regulated through the

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National Research Act

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A national organization that develops guidelines and safety measures and sets national standards specifically for laboratory procedures is

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The Joint Commission

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Ch 1.

The term used to describe patients, other individual, groups, or organizations that have an interest in or are influenced by the quality of care in a health care organization are called customers or

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stakeholders

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A patient who is hospitalized is an

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inpatient

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CMS is an abbreviation for

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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

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Health care procedures that are provided to a patient in the comfort of their own home are called

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home health care services

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The organization that develops international standards for the health care industry is the

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ISO (International Organization of Standardization

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Laboratory tests provided to individual consumers on request are refereed to as

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DAT/DTC

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A physician's office is an example of an ______________ or outpatient setting

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ambulatory

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A specialist who performs laboratory tests and usually has a 2-year old associate degree is called a

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Clinical Laboratory Tech CLT (or Medical LT [MLT])

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The department that provides special diets for patients is called

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Nutritionist and Dietitians

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A physician who specializes in diagnosis and treatment of disorders in the tissues that produce hormones is

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Endocrinologist

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Ch 2

In a health care setting, the phone should be answered after no more that

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2 rings

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The writing system composed of raised-dot patterns and used by sightless individuals is called

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braille

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Email documents are considered ___________ document and are admissible evidence in court cases

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legal

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Health care workers are required to report laboratory __________or panic values to a physician

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critical

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A USB is a standardized _______ device for a computer

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interface

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A ______ suary is the plan for diet, treatment, or monitoring once a patient leaves the hospital

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discharge

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Documentation in a clinical/medical record provides _____ that an action was performed

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proof

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Clinical documents must be kept private and

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confidential

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A series of light and dark bands used for identity purposes on armbands in some hospitals is called a

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barcode

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The ______________ manual typically details worker and patient precautions and procedures related to hand hygiene, and reducing the spread of infections

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infection control

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Ch 5 & 6

Osteoarthritis, bursitis, and gout are conditions of which body system?

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skeletal

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The periosteum does which of the following?

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contains blood vessels to transport blood from inside the bone to outer layers

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Hormones are produced in which of the following body systems?

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endocrine

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If a normal person breathes in, the oxygen travels through air passages to the lungs. Which of the following takes place?

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Oxygen (O2) is exchanged for carbon dioxide (CO2).

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According to the hazard labeling system developed by NFPA, the yellow quadrant of the diamond indicates a(n):

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instability hazard

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How many lobes do normal human lungs have?

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5

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The first step in giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is to:

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determine whether the victim is conscious by gently tapping the shoulders of the victim and speaking loudly, "Are you okay?"

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ESRD is caused by glomerulonephritis, tubular diseases, hypertension, and other conditions. What does the abbreviation ESRD stand for?

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end-stage renal disease

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Muscular dystrophy is a condition characterized by:

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gradual wasting/weakened muscles

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If a phlebotomist is collecting blood specimens from a patient in the nuclear medicine department, he or she needs to be:

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wearing a dosimeter badge

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A dosimeter badge is required in health care facilities for:

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radiation safety

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If a health care provider has a chemical spilled on him or her, he or she should immediately:

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rinse the area with water

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Which of the following should not be done for a shock victim who seems to be not fully conscious?

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give fluids to keep the victim from becoming dehydrated

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In the hazardous labeling system developed by the NFPA, the blue quadrant of the diamond indicates a:

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health hazard

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Which organization developed a labeling system for hazardous chemicals that is frequently used in health care facilities?

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NFPA

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The HazCom standard requires chemical manufacturers to supply:

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MSDSs

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As CO2 levels increase in the blood, the blood pH:

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MSDSs

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As CO2 levels increase in the blood, the blood pH:

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decreases (becomes more acidic)

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After oxygen crosses the respiratory membranes (in the lung) into the blood, about 97% of it combines with:

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hemoglobin

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Class C fires are:

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electrical fires

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Protective layers around the brain and spinal cord that contain spinal fluid are called:

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meninges

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What are the major principles of self-protection from radiation exposure?

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time, distance, and shielding

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If a health care provider hears a fire alarm as she or he is collecting blood from a patient, she or he should not:

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run

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MSDS stands for:

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material safety data sheet

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An XX pair of chromosomes means that the fetus will be a:

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baby girl

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If an electrical accident occurs involving electrical shock to an employee or a patient, the first thing that the health care provider should do is:

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shut off the electrical power

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CPR stands for:

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cardiopulmonary resuscitation

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If a phlebotomist is exposed accidentally to a chemical spill on the floor, he or she should quickly go to which department for a chemical spill cleanup kit?

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clinical chemistry

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If a health care provider is in an area of the health care facility where a fire starts, she or he should first:

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pull the lever in the fire alarm box

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The term ventral refers to which part of the body?

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front

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High exposures of radioactivity have been shown to lead to:

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leukemia

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The abbreviation RACE is used in:

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fire emergencies

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The body cavity that houses the lungs is called the:

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thoracic cavity

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Which of the following is needed for cleanup of a chemical spill?

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rubber gloves

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Tuberculosis is generally considered a disease of which of the following body systems?

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respiratory

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Protection is the primary function of which of the following systems?

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integumentary

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The first step in controlling severe bleeding is to:

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apply pressure directly over the wound or venipuncture site

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How many times per minute does the average person inhale and exhale?

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15

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A degenerative disorder of the nervous system that is characterized by hand tremors, loss of facial expression, and a shuffling walk is called:

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Parkinson's disease

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If a fire extinguisher has to be used in a health care environment, the first step to perform is:

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pull the pin off of the extinguisher

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Which structure governs the functions of the individual cell, such as growth, repair, reproduction, and metabolism?

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nucleus

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Chemicals that are defined as "explosive flammables" must be stored:

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in an explosion-proof or fireproof room or cabinet

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An XY pair of chromosomes means that the fetus will be a:

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baby boy

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The "tail" of a sperm cell that enables it to move toward the ovum is the:

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flagellum

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Dermatitis is an inflammation of the:

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dermal layers of skin

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When a person breathes out, which of the following normally takes place?

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CO2 is expelled.

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SDSs are required by the:

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Global Harmonization System

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A test request for O & P refers to:

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an evaluation for parasites

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The health care provider is most likely to encounter which of the following hazards upon entering the nuclear medicine department to obtain a blood specimen from a patient?

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radiation hazard

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The vertebral canal has several regions called:

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cervical, thoracic, lumbar

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Specialized cells of the nervous system are:

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neurons