While the phlebotomist is collecting blood using the venipuncture method, the holder falls away from the needle. What may have caused this to happen? A) There was not enough vacuum in the tube. B) The patient’s blood pressure was very high. C) The needle and holder were not made by the same manufacturer. D) An artery was punctured instead of a vein.  

In an invasive procedure, why is it important to allow the area to dry thoroughly after cleaning it with an alcohol pad? A) This will prevent scarring due to contact with the alcohol. B) This will prevent hemolysis of the blood due to contact with the alcohol. C) This will prevent an accidental contact with the alcohol. D) This will prevent capillary action.  

Why are spring-loaded devices not recommended for glucose monitoring when collecting a sample into a microcollection container? A) These devices are too large for routine dermal punctures. B) These devices are for patient use only. C) These devices hemolyze all blood samples. D) These devices produce only two or three drops of blood.

The birthrate for teenage mothers has dropped 18% since the early 1990s, when it peaked. ________________​

Many organizations present productions by and for groups with specific interests in order to support the “melting pot” philosophy of our culture.

The effect of authoritarian styles of parenting is children who are well self-controlled and have healthy self-esteem. _________________________​

One of the reasons for decreasing family size is that women are increasingly delaying marriage and childbearing. _________________________​

All Testing Guidelines, including thorough and slow room scan/environment check, apply to the following. Not following these guidelines will grant a grade of a zero, and no opportunity of make-ups, re-dos, and/or resets.Choose only 1 letter option.

_________________________ is one factor that has decreased available support for many families.​

  Which of the following is a physical capability, not a skill?