You Are Collecting a Stool Specimen

question 15

Multiple Choice

You are collecting a stool specimen. Which is correct?

• A) Transfer the expelled stool to the specimen container.
• B) Have the person defecate into the specimen container.
• C) Use a tongue blade to transfer a small amount of stool to the specimen container.
• D) Ask the person to have a bowel movement at the time specified.

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Definitions:

Representative Survey

A research method in which a carefully selected sample reflects the characteristics of a larger population, ensuring that the survey's findings can be generalized to the broader group.

Heterosexism

Discrimination or prejudice against individuals based on a preference for heterosexual orientation over other sexual orientations.

Gay

Emotional and sexual attraction between persons of the same sex. See also homosexuality.

Lesbian

A term used to describe a woman who is emotionally, romantically, and/or sexually attracted to other women.