ATI RN
ATI RN Predictor Assessment Exit Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is collecting a sputum specimen from a client for culture and sensitivity. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Refrigerate the specimen until the time of transport to the laboratory. This is because refrigeration helps preserve the integrity of the sputum specimen by preventing bacterial growth and maintaining the viability of microorganisms for accurate culture and sensitivity testing. Collecting sputum in an emesis basin (
A) is incorrect as it may not provide a sterile collection container. Instructing the client to rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash (
B) is unnecessary and may interfere with the specimen's natural flora. Swabbing the oropharynx (
C) is not recommended as it can contaminate the specimen. Refrigerating the specimen is crucial for accurate testing and should be done promptly to maintain the quality of the sample.
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