When Collecting Specimens,the Nurse Should (Select All That Apply

question 26

Multiple Choice

When collecting specimens,the nurse should (Select all that apply.)

• A) wear gloves and perform hand hygiene.
• B) handle excretions discreetly.
• C) explain the procedure to the patient.
• D) allow patients to collect their own urine specimens.
• E) None of the above

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