When collecting a sputum specimen,the person coughs up sputum from the:
A) Mouth
B) Throat
C) Upper airway
D) Bronchi and trachea

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When collecting a sputum specimen, the person coughs up sputum from the bronchi and trachea, which are the lower airways. Sputum from the mouth, throat, or upper airways is not considered to be a true sputum specimen, as it may be contaminated with saliva or other secretions. Therefore, the best choice is D.

When Collecting a Sputum Specimen,the Person Coughs Up Sputum from The