A nurse prepares a stool specimen from a patient with suspected infectious diarrhoea for transport to a laboratory. Which action is most appropriate?
Correct answer: A. Place it in a labelled, leak-proof container
- A. Place it in a labelled, leak-proof container
- B. Leave it uncovered until the courier arrives
- C. Pour it into an unlabelled household container
- D. Mix it with disinfectant before sending it
Explanation
A specimen should be placed in a suitable labelled, leak-proof container and transported according to laboratory instructions. Leaving it open, using an unlabelled container or adding disinfectant can cause exposure or make testing unreliable.
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