Which instruction by the nurse is inappropriate for teaching the proper technique for collection a sputum specimen?
a. Bring the sputum up from the lungs.
b. Maintain adequate fluid intake.
c. Collect specimens after meals.
d. Notify the staff as soon as the specimen is collected so it can be sent to the laboratory without delay.
C
Collecting specimens before meals will avoid possible emesis from coughing after eating.
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