A patient in the doctor's office needs a throat culture.What should the nurse implement to obtain a proper sample?
A) Instruct the patient to lie flat and tilt head.
B) Ensure the patient has been NPO.
C) Avoid touching the swab to any inflamed areas.
D) Depress the anterior third of the tongue
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