ETS
Abbreviation for the collection system typically used for routine venipuncture
ACD
Additive used for immunohematology tests such as DNA and HLA typing
Additive
Substance added to a blood collection tube
Anticoagulant
Substance that prevents blood from clotting
Antiglycolytic agent
Additive that prevents the breakdown of glucose by the cells
Antiseptics
Substances used for skin cleaning that inhibit the growth of bacteria
Bevel
Point of a needle that is cut on a slant for ease of skin entry
Butterfly needle
Winged infusion blood collection set
Clot activator
Coagulation enhancing substance such as silica
Disinfectant
Solutions used to kill microorganisms on surfaces and instruments
EDTA
Anticoagulant that preserves cell shape and structure and inhibits platelet clumping
Evacuated tube
Premeasured vacuum tube that is color coded based on its additive
Gauge
Number that is related to the diameter of the needle lumen
Glycolysis
Breakdown or metabolism of glucose by blood cells
Heparin
Anticoagulant that inhibits the formation of thrombin
Hub
End of the needle that attaches to the blood collection device
Hypodermic needle
Type of needle used when collecting blood with a syringe
Lumen
Internal space of a vessel or tube
Multisample needle
Type of needle used to collect several tubes during a single venipuncture
Order of draw
Special sequence in which tubes are filled during a multi tube draw
Potassium oxalate
Anticoagulant commonly used with an antiglycolytic agent
PST
Heparinized gel tube for separation of cells and plasma
RST
Tube containing to thrombin and gel barrier
Shaft
Long cylindrical portion of a needle
Sharps container
Special puncture resistant leakproof disposable container
Silica
Clot activator
Sodium citrate
Anticoagulant commonly used to preserve coagulation factors
Sodium flouride
Most common antiglycolytic agent
SPS
Additive used to blood culture collection
SST
Gel tube for separation of cells and serum
Thixotropic gel
Synthetic substance used to separate cells from serum of plasma
Winged infusion set
Butterfly needle
Recyclable
Sharps containers do not have to be :
A 1:10 dilution of bleach
Which of the following substances would be the best thing to use to disinfect a blood spill on a lab countertop prior to cleanup?
21 gauge
This needle is the standard needle for routine venipuncture
Gauge
Needles are color coded according to:
ETS needle and tube holder
The most common, direct, and efficient means of venipuncture is:
A 23 gauge butterfly and ETS holder
Which of the following would be the best choice of equipment for drawing a small hand vein?
Transfer device
Which of the following equipment is required when collecting blood by syringe?
Heparin
Which anticoagulant prevents coagulation by inhibiting thrombin formation?
Green top
Which of the following tubes would typically be used to collect plasma for a stat chemistry specimen?
Anticoagulant
EDTA is an:
Coagulation
A light blue topped tube is most often associated with tests in this department
Lavender top
Of the following tubes, which would be filled second from a syringe according to the CLSI recommended order of draw?
Heparin and gel
A PST contains
SPS
Of the following tubes or containers which is filled first in the ETS order of draw?
Light blue top
For which of the following tubes is a blood to additive ratio most critical?
Thixotropic gel
Which of the following additives provides a physical barrier to prevent glycolysis?
Light blue top
Which of the following tubes contains a anticoagulant that works by binding calcium?
Minimize trace element contamination
What is the purpose of a royal blue top tube?
Latex
It is not recommended that this type of glove be worn in healthcare settings:
Accession
Record in the order received
Anchor
Secure firmly, as in holding a vein in place by pulling the skin taut with the thumb
Arm/wrist band
Two other names for an identification band/bracelet
ASAP
As soon as possible
Barcode
Series of black stripes and white spaces that correspond to letters and numbers
Bedside manner
Behavior of a healthcare provider toward a patient or as perceived by a patient
Belonephobia
The persistent, irrational fear of needles
DNR/DNAR
Do not resuscitate/ do not attempt resuscitation
EMLA
A eutectic mixture of local anesthetics
Fasting
No food or drink except water for 8 to 12 hours
Hospice
Type of care for terminally ill patients
ID band/bracelet
Identification bracelet (abbrev.)
ID card
Clinic-issued patient identification document
MR number
Medical record number used for patient ID
Needle phobia
Intense fear of needles
Needle sheath
Covering or cap of a needle
NPO
Nothing by mouth
Palpate
To examine by fee or touch
Patency
State of being freely open
Patient ID
Process of verifying a patient's identity
Preop/postop
Before an operation or surgery/ after an operation or surgery
Reflux
Backflow of blood from the tube into the vein during a draw
Requisition
Form on which test orders are entered and sent to the lab
Stat
Immediately
Conflicting permission statement
Do not draw blood without the patient's consent
ID band not on the patient's arm
Check the ankle after asking the patient's permission
Needle phobic patient
Have the most skilled phlebotomist draw the specimen
Outpatient is chewing gum
Ask the patient to remove it
Patient asks for the purpose of the test
Advise the patient to ask the nurse or physician
Patient initially objects to testing
Remind the patient that the doctor needs the test results
Specimen must be fasting but patient has eaten
Consult with the nurse or physician before proceeding
Unconscious patient
Ask someone to help steady the patient's arm
You are a phlebotomist student
Make certain that the patient knows this information
You need to verify patient ID
Actively involve the patient in this procedure