Medical Specimen Collection Quiz
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What should be labeled on a specimen as soon as it is collected?

  • Name of the patient, date of collection, and type of specimen
  • Name of the patient, ward, and hospital number (correct)
  • Name of the specimen, ward, and bed number
  • Ward, bed number, and date of collection

    • What is the purpose of collecting a specimen for diagnosis?

  • To identify the hospital number
  • To aid in the diagnosis of disease (correct)
  • To monitor the patient's diet
  • To determine the drug sensitivity

    • What is the nurse's responsibility in specimen collection?

  • Administering treatment based on the collected specimens
  • Analyzing the specimens in the laboratory
  • Providing appropriate containers and instructing the patient on collection (correct)
  • Recording the weather conditions during specimen collection

    • What type of containers should be used for specimen collection?

    <p>Clean, dry containers with a big mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse instruct the patient not to do during specimen collection?

    <p>Not to contaminate outside of the containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be labeled on a specimen as soon as it is collected?

    <p>Name of the patient, ward, bed number, hospital number, name of the specimen, date of collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the nurse instruct the patient not to contaminate during specimen collection?

    <p>Outside of the containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of containers should be used for specimen collection?

    <p>Clean and dry containers with big mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of collecting a specimen for diagnosis?

    <p>To aid in the diagnosis of disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nurse's responsibility in the preparation of the patient for specimen collection?

    <p>Explain the procedure, provide appropriate container, and instruct not to contaminate outside of the containers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Specimen Collection

    • A specimen should be labeled with the patient's name, date, and time of collection as soon as it is collected.
    • The purpose of collecting a specimen is to aid in diagnosis by providing a sample for laboratory analysis.
    • The nurse is responsible for ensuring the specimen is collected correctly, labeling it accurately, and preparing the patient for the collection process.
    • Sterile, leak-proof containers with tight-fitting lids should be used for specimen collection to prevent contamination.
    • The nurse should instruct the patient not to touch the inside of the container or the specimen itself to prevent contamination.
    • The patient should also be instructed not to contaminate the specimen with other substances, such as toilet paper or soap.
    • The nurse's responsibility in preparing the patient for specimen collection includes explaining the procedure, ensuring the patient is in a comfortable position, and providing emotional support.

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    Test your knowledge on the collection of medical specimens with this quiz. Explore the importance of proper specimen collection and labeling in aiding disease diagnosis, treatment monitoring, and pathogen identification. Sharpen your understanding of specimen handling guidelines and best practices.

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