Multiple Choice
A patient presents with skin lesions that appear reddened, with seeping areas partially crusted over. The HCP orders a viral culture to be performed. Which action by the nurse is inappropriate when collecting the culture specimen?
A) An intact vesicle is gently squeezed to obtain fluid.
B) A sterile cotton swab is used to acquire culture material.
C) The collected fluid is evenly distributed over a glass slide.
D) The specimen is immediately transported to the laboratory.
Correct Answer:
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