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Blood Culture

Quiz by Heather Rabben

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  • Q1

    Blood culture contamination can occur in any of the steps of collection.

    True

    False

    30s
  • Q2
    What is the primary reason for contamination of blood cultures?
    Improper cleaning/disinfecting

    Re-palpating vein

    All of the above
    Failure to properly clean collection bottles
    30s
  • Q3
    What is a critical factor to ensure the accuracy of blood culture results?
    Type of blood tube used
    Aseptic technique during collection
    Volume of blood drawn
    Timing of the collection
    30s
  • Q4
    What kind of microorganisms can blood cultures detect?
    Bacteria and fungi
    Viruses
    Molds only
    Parasites
    30s
  • Q5

    The tops of blood culture collection bottles do not need to be scrubbed with alcohol because their tops should already be clean.

    False

    True

    30s
  • Q6

    Which bottle is used for pediatric collection only?

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    30s
  • Q7

    It is appropriate to disinfect a patient's skin with alcohol only prior to drawing blood cultures?

    True

    False

    30s

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