Author Question: The direct Gram stain of expectorated sputum reveals 30 squamous epithelial cells per low power ... (Read 115 times)

PhilipSeeMore · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

The direct Gram stain of expectorated sputum reveals 30 squamous epithelial cells per low power field. You should

A) call the respiratory therapist for an induced specimen.
B) reject the specimen and request another one.
C) process with the physician's approval.
D) process the specimen.

Question 2

Prior to invasion of epithelial cells, organisms must be able to

A) achieve an infective dose. B) produce toxins.
C) avoid phagocytosis. D) adhere to the cells.