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Skill Assessment - Sputum Collection

Step Pass Unsatisfactory
Knowledge
States Contraindications and Relative Contraindications of procedure.
Preparation
Clinical Standards for Procedures and Interventions.
Gathers sterile specimen cup (sputum trap if using inline suction), label, requisition, biohazard bag.
Assessment
Assesses Vital Signs.
Assesses ability to produce sputum and need for induction.
Implementation
Labels specimen at bedside and verifies identifiers.
Instructs patient to cough deeply and expectorate into sterile container (or collect via inline trap).
Sends specimen to lab promptly per policy; notes antibiotic timing.
Monitoring & Modifications
Monitors tolerance and device function; adjusts per response; discontinues and notifies provider if adverse reactions occur.
Post-Intervention
Post-Intervention Management Steps.

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