N A Sputum Specimens pg 996
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| When is a sputum culture requested? | When there are signs & symptoms accompanied by physical evidence of pneumonia, TB or other infectious diseases of the lower respiratory.
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| What analysis would be done if there was a suggestion of cancerous conditions of the lungs or bronchi? | Cytologic analysis
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| What is the primary method for collection of a sputum sample? | Expestoration
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| What does expectoration mean? | Sputum is collected by getting patient to take three deep breaths then cough deeply
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| Name two other methods of collecting sputum. | Tracheal suctioning and bronchosopy
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| If expestoration is the planned method of collection, where is it done? | At home with instruction
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| When is the best time for sputum collection? | First thing in the morning, before eating or drinking anything
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| What should the patient do to decrease contamination from the oropharynx? | Raise mouth with water before collection
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| Why do you want the patient to cough deeply? | Sample must come from the lungs not saliva.
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| Does it matter if the sputum is collected in a sterile cup? | Yes, cup must be sterile. (Be careful to not touch the inside of the cup or lid.)
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| What is the minimum amount of sputum required? | At least 1 teaspoon
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