All the Following Principles of Specimen Collection Are Fundamental to Ensuring

question 50

Multiple Choice

All the following principles of specimen collection are fundamental to ensuring appropriate specimen management EXCEPT:

• A) Collect the appropriate quantity of specimen.
• B) Label the specimen accurately with the specific anatomic site and the patient information.
• C) Select the correct anatomic site to collect the specimen.
• D) It is acceptable to delay transport of the specimen to the laboratory if in transport media.

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Definitions:

Adductor Longus

A muscle in the inner thigh that plays a major role in the adduction of the thigh.

Orientation

Orientation refers to the awareness of oneself in relation to time, place, and identity, often assessed in cognitive and neurological examinations.

Sternocleidomastoid Muscle

A muscle in the neck that runs from the sternum and clavicle to the mastoid process of the temporal bone, involved in the rotation and flexion of the head.

Sternal End

The end of a bone that is closest to the sternum, often referring to the ends of the ribs or the clavicle.