Disposable needles and glass anesthetic cartridges are discarded in a
red labeled plastic trash bag.
sealable sterilization pouch.
red biohazard puncture-proof container.
standard garbage can.
red biohazard puncture-proof container.
Rationale: red biohazard puncture-proof container.
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When working with a pediatric patient, the phlebotomist should be sure to:
A. reassure the parent by avoiding excessive eye contact. B. ask the parent to leave the room. C. ask about the child's previous experience with blood collection. D. avoid using dolls or puppets that might frighten the child.
In which age group do you anticipate seeing patients who have less efficient cardiovascular systems and a reduction of previous blood volume?
A) Middle adulthood B) Late adulthood C) Early adulthood D) Infancy
Which of the following describes people who are mentally fit?
A. They have less stress in their lives. B. They experience headaches, back pain, or trouble sleeping. C. They have low self-esteem and are moody, tense, and depressed. D. They are less physically and spiritually fit. E. None of the above
All of the following are situations in which an arm vein should NOT be used EXCEPT:
A. an IV is running in the patient's only arm. B. both arms are badly burned. C. both arms are edematous. D. both arms are restrained.