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Published	07/30/2024	Provide the container for:Synovial fluid specimen{{c1::sterile screw-cap tube}} or {{c1::anaerobic transporter}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the container for:Urine sample{{c1::Sterile, screw-cap container}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the container for:Cervical swab{{c1::Swab moistened with Stuart’s or Amie’s medium}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the container for:Higher vaginal swab{{c1::Swab moistened with Stuart’s or Amie’s medium}} or {{c1::JEMBEC transport system}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the container for:Urethral swab{{c1::Swab moistened with Stuart’s or Amie’s medium}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the container for:Prostate specimen{{c1::Swab moistened with Stuart’s or Amie’s medium}} or {{c1::sterile screw-cap tube}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the container for:Urethral specimen{{c1::Swab moistened with Stuart’s or Amie’s medium}} or {{c1::JEMBEC transport system}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the patient preparation for collecting:Urine{{c1::Clean area with soap and water}}, {{c1::hold labia apart}} (female) or {{c1::retract fo…
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the patient preparation for collecting:Higher vaginal swab{{c1::Remove exudates}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the patient preparation for collecting:Urethral swab{{c1::Remove exudates from urethral opening}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the patient preparation for collecting:Prostate specimen{{c1::Clean glans with soap and water.}}
Published	07/30/2024	In collecting a rectal swab:The tip of a sterile swab is passed approximately 1 inch beyond the {{c1::anal sphincter}}
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::T::T/F}} In collecting a catheter specimen of urine: Urine is collected after 15 mL have passed
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::T::T/F}} In collecting urine via suprapubic bladder aspiration: The procedure is used primarily for neonates and small children
Published	07/30/2024	In collecting urine via suprapubic bladder aspiration:The bladder is punctured above the {{c1::symphysis pubis::where}} with a {{c1::22…
Published	07/30/2024	In collecting cervical swab samples:Swab deeply into the{{c1:: endocervical canal::where}}
Published	07/30/2024	In collecting urethral swab samples:Discharge is collected by massaging the {{c1::urethra}} against the {{c2::pubic symphysis}}.
Published	07/30/2024	In collecting urethral swab samples:Collection occurs at least {{c1::1 hr::time}} after patient has urinated.
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Catheter tips (IV){{c1::Refrigerate::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Feces (unpreserved){{c1::Refrigerate::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Feces for Clostridium difficile toxin{{c1::Refrigerate::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Sputum{{c1::Refrigerate::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Abscess, lesion, wound specimen{{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Body fluids{{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Feces (preserved){{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Genital discharge{{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Nasopharyngeal swab, throat swab{{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate or Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Tissue specimen{{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Preservatives:{{c1::Cary-Blair Transport Medium}} is used if stool specimen processing will be delayed for >2 hours
Published	07/30/2024	Preservatives:{{c1::Stools for Clostridium difficile assay}} is used for immunocompromised patients; secondarily infected with C. difficile
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::Anticoagulants}} are used to prevent clotting of specimens including blood, bone marrow and synovial fluid
Published	07/30/2024	Anticoagulants:{{c1::Sodium Polyanethol Sulfonate (SPS)}} is the most commonly used coagulant
Published	07/30/2024	Anticoagulants:{{c1::Sodium Polyanethol Sulfonate (SPS)}} inhibits {{c2::Neisseria spp.}} and other {{c2::anaerobes}}
Published	07/30/2024	Anticoagulants:{{c1::Heparin}} is used in viral cultures
Published	07/30/2024	Anticoagulants:{{c1::Heparin}} is used in isolation of Mycobacterium spp. from blood
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::Holding/transport media}} contains substances that ensure specimen preservation and prevent the multiplication of microorganisms
Published	07/30/2024	Level 1 : Critical/invasiveLevel 2 : UnpreservedLevel 3 : Quantitation requiredLevel 4 : Preserved
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Amniotic fluid specimen{{c1::Level 1 : Critical/invasive}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Brain specimen{{c1::Level 1 : Critical/invasive}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Cerebrospinal fluid specimen{{c1::Level 1 : Critical/invasive}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Heart Valve specimen{{c1::Level 1 : Critical/invasive}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Pericardial fluid specimen{{c1::Level 1 : Critical/invasive}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Blood{{c1::Level 1 : Critical/invasive}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Bone{{c1::Level 2 : Unpreserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Drainage from wounds{{c1::Level 2 : Unpreserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Feces{{c1::Level 2 : Unpreserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Sputum{{c1::Level 2 : Unpreserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Tissue specimen{{c1::Level 2 : Unpreserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Catheter tip{{c1::Level 3 : Quantitation required}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Urine{{c1::Level 3 : Quantitation required}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Swabs in holding medium{{c1::Level 4 :Preserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Feces in preservative{{c1::Level 4 :Preserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	The collected samples must be submitted to the laboratory within {{c1::2 hours::time}} of collection.
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::Biohazard labels}} are necessary in specimen transport, especially when handling specimens thta may be used for bioterrorism.
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::Triple}} packaging is usually employed when a specimen is transported to a distant area.
Published	07/30/2024	In triple packaging, it is the {{c1::secondary}} packaging that is water-resistant.
Published	07/30/2024	Insufficient quantitySpecimen collected in an inappropriate containerContamination suspectedInappropriate transport/storageMissing/inadequate identifi…
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::F::T/F}} If the specimen meets the criteria for rejection, it should be discarded immediately.
Published	07/30/2024	Identify the specimen collected in this container.{{c1::Feces/fecal specimen}}
Published	07/30/2024	Identify the specimen collected in this container.{{c1::Sputum}}
Published	07/30/2024	Identify the specimen collected in this container.{{c1::Urine}}
Published	07/30/2024	Identify the specimen collected in this container.{{c1::Blood}}
Published	07/30/2024	{{c2::Without::With/Without}} anticoagulant, what is obtained from the blood is {{c1::serum}}.
Published	07/30/2024	{{c2::With::With/Without}} anticoagulant, what is obtained from the blood is {{c1::plasma}}.
Published	07/30/2024	A blood culture bottle must be at least large enough to fold {{c1::50 ml::amount}} of liquid medium, with which it is issued from the lab, plus&n…
Published	07/30/2024	Identify the specimen collected in this container.{{c1::Serous fluids}}
Published	07/30/2024	Serous Fluids:Addition of {{c1::0.3 ml::amount}} of {{c1::20}}% solution {{c1::sodium citrate}} is recommended for collection of fluids…
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::Swabs}} are suitable for taking specimens of exudates from the throat, nostril, ear, skin, wounds, and other accessible lesions.
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::Syringe and needle}} is used for aspiration the the collection of an anaerobic specimen.
Published	07/30/2024	Identify the specimen collected in this container. {{c1::Anaerobic specimen}}
Published	07/30/2024	Provide the container for collecting a conjunctival specimen: {{c1::Aerobic swab moistened with Stuart's or Amie's medium}}
Published	07/30/2024	A conjunctival specimen is obtained from the {{c1::superior and inferior tarsal conjunctiva::anatomical structure}}.
Published	07/30/2024	If a {{c1::viral culture}} is requested for a conjunctival specimen, a {{c2::second specimen}} is collected.
Published	07/30/2024	If a {{c1::chlamydia culture}} is requested for a conjunctival specimen, swabs are taken with a {{c2::dry calcium alginate}} swab.
Published	07/30/2024	A conjunctival specimen must be transported within {{c1::24 hours}} at {{c2::room temperature}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport requirements for a conjunctival specimen (viral culture):- Place in {{c1::viral transport media}}, deliver promptly to lab or refr…
Published	07/30/2024	Transport requirements for a conjunctival specimen (chlamydia culture):- Place in {{c1::2-Sp transport medium::medium}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for corneal scrapings: - Clinician should instill {{c1::local anesthetic}} before collection.
Published	07/30/2024	Corneal scrapings are collected by using a {{c1::heat sterilized platinum spatula}} or {{c1::calcium alginate-tipped swab dipped in sterile …
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for corneal scrapings:- {{c1::immediately/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	The corneal scraping of a corneal ulcer should be collected at the {{c1::edges}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Container for corneal scrapings:- {{c1::Bedside inoculation of BA, CA, SDA, 7H10, thio}}
Published	07/30/2024	Aqueous humor must be collected using a {{c1::25-27}} gauge needle.
Published	07/30/2024	Vitreous humor must be collected using a {{c1::20-21}} gauge needle.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for anterior chamber and vitreous cultures: - {{c1::immediately/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Container for inner ear specimen:- {{c1::Sterile, screw-cap tube or anaerobic transporter}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for inner ear specimen:- Clean ear canal with {{c1::mild soap solution}} before puncture of eardrum.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for inner ear specimen:- {{c1::immediately/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen collection from the inner ear is especially taken for {{c1::otitis media::disease}}
Published	07/30/2024	Container for outer ear specimen:- {{c1::Aerobic swab moistened with Stuart's or Amie's medium}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for outer ear specimen collection:- Wipe away {{c1::crust}} with sterile saline.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for outer ear specimen:- {{c1::within 24 hrs/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Container for oral swab:- {{c1::Swab moistened with Stuart's or Amie's medium}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for oral swab:- Remove the {{c1::oral secretion or debris}} from the surface of the lesion with swab and discard.
Published	07/30/2024	Container for nasal swab:- {{c1::Swab moistened with Stuart's or Amie's medium or sterile saline.}}
Published	07/30/2024	During collection, the nasal swab must be inserted approximately {{c1::2}}cm into the nares.
Published	07/30/2024	In a nasopharyngeal swab, a small, flexible nasopharyngeal swab is inserteed along the nasal septum to the {{c1::posterior nasopharynx}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Nasopharyngeal aspirates must be collected with a plastic tube attached to a {{c1::10 ml syringe/suction catheter}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Nasopharyngeal washings are obtained with a {{c1::rubber suction bulb}} by instilling and withdrawing {{c2::3-7 ml::volume}} of {{c2::s…
Published	07/30/2024	Oropharyngeal swabs are typically done for {{c1::tonsillitis::disease}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Oropharyngeal washings are obtained with a {{c1::rubber suction bulb}} by instilling and withdrawing {{c2::3-7 ml::volume}} of sterile …
Published	07/30/2024	Container for laryngeal swab:- {{c1::Swab moistened with sterile distilled water or saline solution}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for laryngeal swab or throat swab:- Patient is made to sit and hold the {{c1::tongue}} fully protruded.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for laryngeal swab:- {{c1::within 24 hrs/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Container for throat swab:- {{c1::Swab moistened with distilled water or saline solution}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for throat swab:- {{c1::patient is made to sit and hold the tongue fully protruded}}
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for throat swab:- {{c1::within 24 hrs/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for sputum collection:- Ask patient to {{c1:: brush teeth and then rinse or gargle with water}} before collection.
Published	07/30/2024	Sputum is collected {{c1::early in the morning before eating::when}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Container for sputum collection:- {{c1::Disposable, wide-mouthed, screw-capped, sterile plastic container }} of about {{c2::100}} ml ca…
Published	07/30/2024	Number of sputum specimens collected for bacterial infection:- {{c1::1}}
Published	07/30/2024	Number of sputum specimens collected for fungal/mycobacterial (TB) infection:- {{c1::3}}
Published	07/30/2024	Sputum specimens for tuberculosis must be collected for {{c1::3}} days.
Published	07/30/2024	A {{c1::transtracheal aspiration (TTA)}} is obtained by inserting a small plastic catheter into the trachea via a needle previously inserted thro…
Published	07/30/2024	In bronchioalveolar lavage, {{c1::30-50 ml::volume}} of physiologic saliva is injected through a fiberoptic bronchoscope and then aspirated.&nbsp…
Published	07/30/2024	A gastric lavage is collected {{c1::in the morning before the patient has taken anything::when}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for gastric lavage:- {{c1::within 24 hrs/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Container for cerebrospinal fluid collection:- {{c1::Sterile screw-cap tube}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for cerebrospinal fluid collection:- {{c1::Disinfect skin before aspirating specimen.}}
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::3-5 ml::Volume}} of CSF is collected in a labelled sterile container at a rate of {{c2::5 drops}} per second.
Published	07/30/2024	To collect CSF, a very fine spinal needle is inserted between the {{c1::3rd and 4th lumbar}} vertebrae.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for CSF collection:- {{c1::collected specimen must be dispatched promptly}}
Published	07/30/2024	Keeping CSF in a refrigerator tends to kill {{c1::Haemophilus influenzae::Bacteria}}.
Published	07/30/2024	If delay is anticipated, CSF must be kept at {{c1::RT}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Container for pleural/peritoneal/pericardial/synovial fluid collection: - {{c1::Sterile screw-cap tube or anaerobic transporter}}
Published	07/30/2024	Patient preparation for pleural/peritoneal/pericardial/synovial fluid collection: - Disinfect skin before aspirating with {{c1::2% iodine ti…
Published	07/30/2024	Pleural/peritoneal/pericardial/synovial fluid is obtained via {{c1::needle aspiration}} or {{c1::surgery}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for pleural/peritoneal/pericardial/synovial fluid collection: - {{c1::immediately/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Containers for blood collection: - {{c1::Blood culture media set (aerobic and anaerobic bottle)}}- {{c1::Vacutainer tube with SPS}}
Published	07/30/2024	Volume of blood collected:- {{c1::5-10 ml}} for adults
Published	07/30/2024	Volume of blood collected:- {{c1::1-5 ml}} for children
Published	07/30/2024	If bacteremia is suspected, collect {{c1::3}} sets of blood cultures within {{c1::24 hours::time}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for blood collection: - {{c1::within 2 hrs/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	For ova and parasites, stool should be placed in {{c1::preservative}} immediately after collection.
Published	07/30/2024	For bacterial infections, {{c1::3}} specimens of stool must be collected, 1 from each day for {{c1::3}} days.
Published	07/30/2024	For parasitic infections, {{c1::3}} specimens of stool must be collected within {{c1::10}} days.
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for stool collection: - {{c1::within 24 hrs/4°C}}
Published	07/30/2024	If delay is unavoidable and particularly when the weather is warm, collect the stool specimens in a container holding {{c1::6 ml::volume}} of&nbs…
Published	07/30/2024	Transport media used in stool collection for all enteric organisms:- {{c1::Cary-Blair}}- {{c1::Stuart}}- {{c1::Amies}}- {{c1::Buff…
Published	07/30/2024	Transport media used in stool collection for Vibrios:- {{c1::alkaline peptone water}}- {{c1::V-R fluid}}
Published	07/30/2024	Container for rectal swab: - {{c1::Swab placed in enteric transport medium}}
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for rectal swab: - {{c1::within 24 hrs/4°C}}
Published	07/30/2024	Rectal swabs are typically done for {{c1::fistulas}} and {{c1::abscess}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Container for duodenal aspirates: - {{c1::Sterile, screw-cap tube}}
Published	07/30/2024	Duodenal aspirates are collected {{c1::in the early morning before patient eats or gets out of bed::when}}.
Published	07/30/2024	Container for hair, nail, skin scrapings: - {{c1::Sterile, screw-top tubes}}
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for hair, nail, skin scrapings: - {{c1::within 24 hrs/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Container for superficial abscess: - {{c1::Anaerobic swab moistened with Stuart's or Amie's medium}}
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for superficial abcess specimen: - {{c1::within 24 hrs/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Container for deep abcess: - {{c1::Anaerobic transporter}}
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocol for deep abcess: - {{c1::within 24 hrs/RT}}
Published	07/30/2024	Transport protocols for prostate specimens:- {{c1::within 24 hrs/RT for swabs}}- {{c1::immediately/RT if in tubes}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:CSF for viruses{{c1::Refrigerate::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Outer ear{{c1::Refrigerate::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:urine (unpreserved){{c1::Refrigerate::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:CSF for bacteria{{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Inner ear, eye{{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:Nasal discharge{{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Specimen storage:urine (preserved){{c1::Room temperature::Refrigerate/Room temperature}}
Published	07/30/2024	Preservatives:{{c1::Boric Acid}} maintains bacterial population in urine at room temperature for 24 hours and is used in the collection of urine …
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:urine in preservative{{c1::Level 4 :Preserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Tissue for quantitation{{c1::Level 3 :Quantitation required}}
Published	07/30/2024	What is the specimen priority level of:Body fluids{{c1::Level 2 :Unpreserved}}
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::Aseptic technique}} refers to creating and maintaining a sterile work environment.
Published	07/30/2024	{{c1::Streak plate technique}} involves using a sterile loop to transer bacteria/yeast on plate, then continuing streaking from the 1st-4th quadrant s…
Published	07/30/2024	Corneal scrapings are collected by using a heat sterilized {{c1::platinum spatula}} or a {{c2::calcium alginate}}-tipped swab…
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