In Explaining to the Patient About Obtaining a Sputum Specimen

question 31

Multiple Choice

In explaining to the patient about obtaining a sputum specimen to diagnose tuberculosis,the nurse explains which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Specimens are best obtained in the early morning.
• B) Acid-fast bacillus (AFB)smears require three consecutive morning samples.
• C) Bacteria accumulate as secretions pool.
• D) Specimens should be obtained at bedtime.

Recognize the elements necessary for a binding contract, including bargained-for exchange and legal sufficiency.

Understand how promissory estoppel can create binding obligations in the absence of traditional consideration.

Explain the conditions under which modifications to contracts require additional consideration under common law versus the UCC.

Discuss specific transactions that are enforceable without consideration (e.g., promissory estoppel, moral obligations).

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