AMCA Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam

Question 1

When opening and aliquoting a specimen, the required PPE includes:

A. Gown and gloves

B. Gown, gloves, N95 respirator, and face shield

C. Gown, gloves, and face shield

D. Gloves

Correct Answer: C

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Question 2

A venipuncture should never be carried out proximal to a PICC line because:

A. A large discard volume is required.

B. Doing so increases the risk of thrombophlebitis.

C. The blood will be diluted.

D. The catheter may be damaged.

Correct Answer: D

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Question 3

Which of the following activities is allowed in the laboratory?

A. Telephoning

B. Drinking fluids

C. Smelling chemicals

D. Pipetting by mouth

Correct Answer: A

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Question 4

The thickest layer of the heart is known as:

A. Atrium

B. Pericardium

C. Myocardium

D. Endocardium

Correct Answer: C

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Question 5

A patient begins to faint during blood collection. The most appropriate line of action is to:

A. Apply pressure to the site and lower the patient's head.

B. Allow the patient to leave immediately after regaining consciousness.

C. Continue the draw and quickly withdraw the needle.

D. Use an ammonia inhalant to revive the patient.

Correct Answer: A

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Question 6

A blood sample in a gray-capped evacuated collection tube should be inverted a minimum of:

A. 6 times

B. 12 times

C. 8 times

D. 5 times

Correct Answer: C

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Question 7

The type of fluid that is collected with a thoracentesis is:

A. Pleural

B. Synovial

C. Pericardial

D. Peritoneal

Correct Answer: A

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Question 8

If blood must be drawn from an arm with an IV in place, the phlebotomist should:

A. Turn off the IV and wait at least 2 minutes before attempting venipuncture.

B. Ask the nurse to turn off the IV and wait 2 minutes before attempting venipuncture.

C. Place a tourniquet proximal to the IV and carry out venipuncture distal to the IV.

D. Place a tourniquet proximal to the IV and carry out venipuncture proximal to the IV.

Correct Answer: B

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Question 9

Which of the following tests requires that the specimen be chilled?

A. CBC

B. Potassium

C. Lactic acid

D. Uric acid

Correct Answer: C

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