Basic Principles of Specimen Collection: Procedures and Safety
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What information should be included in a specimen label according to the text?

  • Patient's phone number
  • Date and time of collection (correct)
  • Physician's email address
  • Patient's blood type
  • In specimen collection, what is a key element of safety measures?

  • Proper disposal of sharps (correct)
  • Wearing non-sterile gloves
  • Labeling the samples after collection
  • Collecting samples without gloves
  • What crucial information is needed on a requisition form for a specimen collection?

  • Patient's eating habits
  • Patient's shoe size
  • Specific anatomic site (correct)
  • Patient's favorite color
  • Why is it important to collect specimens in a sterile, screw-cap tube or anaerobic transporter?

    <p>To prevent contamination and maintain sample integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of specimen collection container is recommended for stools?

    <p>Clean, leakproof containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of material can be toxic to some bacteria and should be avoided for specimen collection?

    <p>Cotton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important step in collecting specimens from lesions or wounds?

    <p>Cleaning the area to remove contaminants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the preferred procedure for collecting midstream urine specimens?

    <p>Void first portion and collect middle portion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the basic principles of specimen collection according to the text?

    <p>Collect the specimen in the chronic phase of the infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to label the specimen accurately during collection?

    <p>To increase the chances of correct diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is essential to do before collecting a specimen if unusual pathogens are suspected?

    <p>Choose a random anatomic site for collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In specimen collection, what role do usual microbial flora play?

    <p>Assist in choosing an incorrect anatomic site</p> Signup and view all the answers

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