When Collecting a Sputum Specimen,the Personal Care Provider Should Remember

Multiple Choice

When collecting a sputum specimen,the personal care provider should remember the following:

A) specimen collection of sputum can only be performed by a nurse
B) the specimen should be collected before breakfast
C) late in the day is usually the best time to obtain a sputum specimen from a client
D) clients should rinse their mouths with mouthwash prior to specimen collection