Asked by Brooke Enloe on Jun 02, 2024
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When using a commercially prepared tube to collect a culture,the nurse should:
A) take the swab and mix it in the reagent to check for color changes.
B) place the swab into the culture tube and then add a special reagent to the tube.
C) crush the ampule at the end of the tube and put the tip of the swab into the solution.
D) place the swab into the tube,close it securely,and keep it warm until it is sent to the laboratory.
Culture Tube
A cylindrical container used in laboratories to grow and maintain microorganisms or cell cultures under controlled conditions.
Commercially Prepared
Referring to products or substances that are manufactured and sold by businesses, often in pre-packaged forms.
- Understand proper procedures for collecting and handling various types of specimens.
- Employ comprehension of specimen handling to ensure specimen integrity remains intact.
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Zybrea KnightJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Immediately squeeze the end of the tube to crush the ampule,and push the tip of the swab into fluid medium.
Learning Objectives
- Understand proper procedures for collecting and handling various types of specimens.
- Employ comprehension of specimen handling to ensure specimen integrity remains intact.
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