Hemochromatosis is a disease that: (Choose all that apply) A) causes the body to produce sickled blood cells. B) results in the body storing abnormal amounts of iron. C) may put the patient’s respiratory system under a great deal of stress. D) is treated by removing large amounts of blood.

To correct a thin blood smear that is too short make another slide using a: (Choose all that apply) A) smaller drop of blood. B) slower spreading speed. C) shallower angle of the spreader slide. D) start and stop motion.

Which cleansing agent would least likely be used during the collection of blood cultures? A) betadine B) chlorhexidine C) iodine D) hydrogen peroxide

Neonatal screening for CF (cystic fibrosis) includes performing a dermal puncture and collecting blood on a special card called a: A) Guthrie card. B) Goren card. C) Gambia card D) Gyre card.

   The appearance of this blood smear is caused by using: A) a slide with fingerprints on it. B) unequal pressure on the spreader slide. C) a chipped slide for the spreader slide. D) a start-and-stop motion

What does it mean to clean in concentric circles? A) start at the center of the puncture site and spiral outward B) start at the outer edge and spiral inward toward the puncture site C) start anywhere in the puncture area and overlap circles of cleansing agent D) start anywhere in the puncture area and move back and forth over the area  

A thick blood smear is used to screen for: A) red blood cell disorders. B) white blood cell disorders. C) platelet disorders. D) malaria parasites

Potential blood donors may be disqualified if they: (Choose all that apply) A) have recently traveled out of the country. B) are on medications or have taken drugs. C) live a sexually promiscuous lifestyle. D) have eaten before the procedure.

Which medical personnel are allowed to perform arterial puncture? (Choose all that apply) A) Nurses B) Physicians C) Respiratory therapists D) Phlebotomists

Why should small children not have bandages applied after a dermal puncture? A) Because of a swallowing or choking risk B) Because of the small area punctured C) Because it will constrict the patient’s finger D) Because the bandages become contaminated