Proper Care and Handling of Surgical Specimens Is Imperative for Correct

question 23

Multiple Choice

Proper care and handling of surgical specimens is imperative for correct diagnosis,treatment,and prognosis planning of the patient.Select the response that best reflects correct specimen care and handling.

• A) Label consecutive specimens in alphabetical order for lab efficiency.
• B) Send all specimens to the lab together as one pickup,including frozen sections.
• C) Avoid placing specimens for frozen section in formalin.
• D) Neutralize formalin/formaldehyde spills with glycerin sulfate and call the hazmat team.

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