Test Your Pathogen Identification Skills
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What is the most important factor to consider when collecting a clinical specimen?

  • The quantity of the specimen
  • The type of specimen
  • The quality of the specimen (correct)
  • The suspected pathogen

    • What is the appropriate way to transport and store a clinical specimen?

  • Transport and store the specimen in a freezer
  • Transport and store the specimen at room temperature
  • Transport and store the specimen in a warm environment
  • Transport and store the specimen in a cool environment (correct)

    • When should a clinical specimen be obtained?

  • Before administering antimicrobial agents (correct)
  • It does not matter when the specimen is obtained
  • After administering antimicrobial agents
  • During administering antimicrobial agents

    • What is the main difference between clinical specimens from normally sterile and nonsterile body sites?

    <p>The quantity of the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the important considerations when collecting and transporting clinical specimens?

    <p>The appropriate container and storage conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to obtain clinical specimens before administering antimicrobial agents?

    <p>Antimicrobial agents can interfere with diagnostic test results</p> Signup and view all the answers

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