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Medical Technology PTC-AMCA Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Specimen Processing and Transportation | 10% | - Processing and quality assurance - Handling, storage and transport requirements - Specimen labeling and documentation |
| Collection of Blood and Non-Blood Specimens | 29% | - Order of draw and tube selection - Venipuncture techniques and procedures - Non-blood specimen collection - Capillary puncture procedures |
| Professionalism and Regulatory Compliance | 18% | - Regulatory standards (OSHA, CLSI, HIPAA) - Ethical and legal responsibilities - Professional conduct and communication |
| Infection Control and Safety | 16% | - Biohazard handling and disposal - Standard precautions and infection control - Needle safety and injury prevention |
| Equipment Selection and Maintenance | 10% | - Equipment handling, cleaning and maintenance - Selection of collection supplies and devices |
| Patient Identification, Assessment, and Site Preparation | 17% | - Patient assessment and special considerations - Site selection and preparation - Patient verification and consent |
PTC-AMCA Exam Facts, Digital Convenience and Global Support
- Patient Identification, Assessment, and Site Preparation (17%)
- Equipment Selection and Maintenance (10%)
- Infection Control and Safety (16%)
Medical Technology AMCA Phlebotomy Technician Certification Sample Questions:
The throat is also known as the:
- A. Trachea
- B. Pharynx
- C. Larynx
- D. Epiglottis
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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When using an evacuated tube system for venipuncture, how can the phlebotomist determine that the needle is correctly positioned in the vein?
- A. A flash of blood is seen at the hub.
- B. Blood flows into the holder.
- C. The phlebotomist feels a decrease in resistance.
- D. The needle slightly vibrates.
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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If a patient must do a 72-hour stool collection for fecal fat analysis, the stool should be kept under what conditions during the collection period?
- A. At room temperature
- B. In a heated container
- C. Frozen in separate bags for each day
- D. Under refrigeration
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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A condition marked by a decrease in the number of red blood cells is known as:
- A. Polycythemia
- B. Thrombocytopenia
- C. Leukemia
- D. Anemia
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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If a patient reports a history of episodes of syncope, the most appropriate response is to:
- A. Place the patient in a recumbent position.
- B. Reassure the patient that venipuncture is not painful.
- C. Provide smelling salts (ammonia inhalant).
- D. Encourage the patient to do deep breathing and relaxation exercises.
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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