What Should a Nurse Do When Obtaining a Stool Specimen

question 33

Multiple Choice

What should a nurse do when obtaining a stool specimen to be examined for ova and parasites?

• A) Use an oil retention enema to facilitate collection.
• B) Refrigerate the specimen immediately.
• C) Obtain three different stool specimens on subsequent days.
• D) Check the specimen for the presence of occult blood.

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Definitions:

Constitutional Union Party

A political party in the United States formed in 1860, which sought to avoid secession by focusing on the Constitution and the Union without addressing the contentious issue of slavery.

Upper South

A subregion of the southeastern United States, typically considered to include states like Virginia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, known for their distinct historical, economic, and cultural characteristics compared to the Deep South.

John Bell

A Tennessee politician who was the Constitutional Union Party candidate for president in 1860, known for his moderate stance on the issue of slavery.

Elkhorn Tavern

A historically significant building located within Pea Ridge National Military Park in Arkansas, known for its role during the Civil War.