Sample Collection and Waste Management Lab
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Why is specimen collection important?

  • Because laboratory results are limited by the quality of the specimen (correct)
  • To reduce the cost of laboratory tests
  • To increase the speed of laboratory tests
  • To reduce the number of laboratory tests required

    • What is the primary consideration when collecting specimens?

  • Minimizing the time spent on collection
  • Minimizing the possibility of introducing contaminating microorganisms (correct)
  • Maximizing the quantity of specimen collected
  • Minimizing the cost of collection

    • What type of container is suitable for collecting feces?

  • A universal container with a spoon attached to the inside of the screw cap (correct)
  • A wide mouthed screw-capped bottle
  • A syringe and needle
  • A blood culture bottle

    • What is the purpose of using a blood culture bottle?

    <p>To collect blood samples for culturing microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of swabs?

    <p>Collecting exudates from accessible lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of a swab?

    <p>A sterile pledge of absorbent material mounted on a thin wire stick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum volume of liquid medium required in a blood culture bottle?

    <p>50ml</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of swab is used for collecting specimen from a specific part of the throat?

    <p>Laryngeal swab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the ideal time to collect a specimen for microbiological testing?

    <p>During the acute phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information must be included on the label of a specimen container?

    <p>Patient's name, type of specimen, collection date and time, test requested, and name of ordering physician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of a specimen being labeled improperly?

    <p>The specimen will be rejected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum time frame for transporting a specimen to the laboratory?

    <p>2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of a specimen container being non-sterile?

    <p>The specimen will be rejected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should be informed about the rejection of a specimen?

    <p>The physician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of collecting a specimen during the acute phase?

    <p>To determine the cause of the infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a suitable specimen container?

    <p>Non-sterile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information is NOT required on the label of a specimen container?

    <p>Physician's signature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of a specimen being labeled improperly?

    <p>It may be rejected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why would a specimen be rejected due to insufficient quantity?

    <p>It may not be sufficient for testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum time frame for transporting a specimen to the laboratory?

    <p>2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should be notified in case of a specimen rejection?

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

    What is the primary concern when collecting specimens to minimize contamination?

    <p>Using containers that are not contaminated with microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of container is suitable for collecting sputum?

    <p>Wide mouthed disposable container</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a universal container for feces collection?

    <p>To minimize contamination with external microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of examination requires blood with EDTA?

    <p>Parasitological examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum volume of blood required for blood culture?

    <p>5-10ml of patient's blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of syringe and needle in specimen collection?

    <p>Aspirating fluids from wounds and other accessible lesions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a sterile pledge of absorbent material in swabs?

    <p>To reduce the risk of contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of swab is used for collecting specimen from the larynx?

    <p>Laryngeal swab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the ideal time to collect a specimen for microbiological testing?

    <p>During the acute phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be included on the label of a specimen container?

    <p>Patient's name, type of specimen, collection date and time, test requested, and name of ordering physician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why would a specimen be rejected?

    <p>If it is labeled improperly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a specimen container required to be sterile?

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

    What would happen to a specimen that is contaminated with normal flora?

    <p>It would be rejected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should be informed about the rejection of a specimen?

    <p>The physician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a wide mouthed disposable container for sputum specimen collection?

    <p>To minimize contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of container is used for collecting small quantities of urine?

    <p>Universal container</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a spoon attached to the inside of the screw cap of a universal container for feces collection?

    <p>To ease the collection process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of examination requires blood with anticoagulant?

    <p>Parasitological examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary use of a syringe and needle in specimen collection?

    <p>For aspiration of fluids from wounds, CSF, pleural effusion, and amniotic fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of material is usually used in swabs for taking specimens?

    <p>Both cotton-wool and synthetic fiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum volume of liquid medium required in a blood culture bottle?

    <p>50ml</p> Signup and view all the answers

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