While Counseling a Patient Who Will Be Submitting a Semen

Multiple Choice

While counseling a patient who will be submitting a semen sample for analysis 3 months after a vasectomy, the nurse would include which of the following instructions? Select all that apply.

A) "You must deliver the sample within 24 hours of collection."
B) "Please refrigerate the sample within 10 minutes of collection."
C) "It is best to use a spermicidal-coated condom for collection."
D) "Avoid sexual activity for 3 days prior to the date of collection."
E) "The specimen can be collected at home, provided it can be delivered in 30-60 minutes."
F) "Keeping the specimen at body temperature will help ensure accurate results."