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Exam Code/Number: Phlebotomy-Technician
Exam Name/Title: NHA Phlebotomy Technician Certification Exam (CPT)
Certification Provider: NHA
Corresponding Certification: Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)

Exam Questions: 127
Updated On: Sep 09, 2026

Question #17

Which of the following actions should a phlebotomist take before palpating a vein?

A. Ask the patient to bend the arm.

B. Remove the needle cap.

C. Put on gloves.

D. Label the collection tubes.

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Question #18

Which of the following is an example of a patient giving a phlebotomist implied consent to complete a blood draw?

A. The patient states, "Okay."

B. The patient extends their arm.

C. The patient asks questions about the procedure.

D. The patient signs a consent form.

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

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Question #19

Which of the following types of medication is an indication for an INR draw?

A. Antiemetic

B. Anti-inflammatory

C. Anticoagulant

D. Antihistamine

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Question #20

At which of the following angles should a phlebotomist insert an antecubital venipuncture needle?

A. 30°

B. 45°

C. 10°

D. 25°

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

Question #21

At the completion of a routine venipuncture, a phlebotomist incurs a needlestick to their finger. Which of the following information should the phlebotomist include on the incident report for this situation?

A. The type of blood collection device used

B. The number and color of tubes collected

C. The proof of biohazard container fill line adherence

D. The employee's primary care provider information

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Correct Answer: A Vote an answer

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Question #22

A phlebotomist has just performed quality control measurements on a glucose monitor. The values exceed the acceptable limits. Which of the following actions should the phlebotomist take?

A. Replace the batteries in the monitor.

B. Document the values in an incident report.

C. Complete a full cleaning of the monitor.

D. Perform the manufacturer's recommended actions.

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

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Question #23

Which of the following sites should a phlebotomist use for collecting a capillary blood specimen from an adult patient?

A. The second digit with the cut parallel to the fingerprint grooves

B. The third digit with the cut perpendicular to the fingerprint grooves

C. The fourth digit with the cut perpendicular to the fingerprint grooves

D. The fifth digit with the cut parallel to the fingerprint grooves

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Correct Answer: B Vote an answer

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Question #24

A phlebotomist centrifuges a serum specimen before it has fully clotted. Which of the following is most likely to occur?

A. The specimen volume will increase.

B. The tube additive will be neutralized.

C. The specimen will become sterile.

D. Fibrin strands can form in the serum.

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Correct Answer: D Vote an answer

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