American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Phlebotomy Practice Exam

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During a bleeding time test, the blood pressure cuff should be inflated to what pressure?

20 mm Hg
30 mm Hg
40 mm Hg
50 mm Hg

The correct answer is: 40 mm Hg

The blood pressure cuff should be inflated to 40 mm Hg during a bleeding time test to create a controlled and consistent condition for the procedure. This level of inflation is sufficient to occlude blood flow without completely stopping it, allowing for the measurement of how long it takes for bleeding to stop after a standardized incision is made on the skin. By maintaining this appropriate pressure, it ensures that the vascular response can be evaluated effectively, as higher pressures could impede blood flow too much and lead to inaccurate results. Conversely, lower pressures may not adequately restrict blood flow, potentially affecting the timing of the bleeding cessation. This standardization is crucial for reliable testing and comparison of results across different individuals and situations.