When Instructing a Patient Prior to the Collection of a Specimen

question 58

Multiple Choice

When instructing a patient prior to the collection of a specimen for occult blood testing, the phlebotomist should:

• A) stress the need to fast for 12 hours.
• B) explain the significance of the test.
• C) provide a schedule for collection times.
• D) provide a list of foods not to be eaten.

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