Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis ( 35 Questions)
Correct. Sputum samples are often most concentrated with TB bacteria when collected in the morning, as they have had time to accumulate overnight.
Incorrect. Rinsing the mouth before collecting sputum may dilute the sample and reduce its accuracy.
Incorrect. Deep coughing is encouraged to obtain samples from the lower respiratory tract, where TB bacteria are more likely to be present.
Incorrect. Sputum samples should be collected in specific containers designed for this purpose to maintain sample integrity and avoid contamination.
A) Correct. Sputum samples are often most concentrated with TB bacteria when collected in the morning, as they have had time to accumulate overnight.
B) Incorrect. Rinsing the mouth before collecting sputum may dilute the sample and reduce its accuracy.
C) Incorrect. Deep coughing is encouraged to obtain samples from the lower respiratory tract, where TB bacteria are more likely to be present.
D) Incorrect. Sputum samples should be collected in specific containers designed for this purpose to maintain sample integrity and avoid contamination.