The nurse needs to obtain a sputum specimen for culture and sensitivity from a patient. When should the nurse obtain this specimen?

A. 30 minutes after the first dose of antibiotics is administered
B. Immediately after the first dose of antibiotic is administered
C. Before the first dose of antibiotics is administered
D. During administration of the first dose of antibiotics


Answer: C

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a. corticosteroid and diuretic administration b. kidney biopsy c. kidney transplant d. administration of pneumococci and flu vaccines

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The nurse explains that the laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery is best described as:

a. restrictive. b. malabsorptive. c. restrictive/malabsorptive. d. obstructive.

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Attainment of goals is associated with which phase of the nursing process?

a. Implementation b. Planning c. Assessment d. Evaluation

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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