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Pineapplelove6 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Because a sputum specimen must come from deep in the bronchial tree, the nurse will attempt to collect the specimen:

a. at bedtime.
b. after lunch.
c. in the early morning.
d. after breakfast.

Question 2

If a nurse sits in a chair near the patient's bed, leans forward to hear what the patient is saying, and does not interrupt, the nurse is demonstrating:

a. support.
b. caring.
c. active listening.
d. interest.

nickk12214 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Early morning before a meal is the best time to collect a sputum specimen.

Answer to Question 2

C
When demonstrating active listening, the nurse must give his or her full attention and make an effort to understand both the verbal and nonverbal message.