Choose the nursing action that is most appropriate for the collection of a stool specimen from a 3-year-old child who has had diarrhea for the past 4 days.
A)Use a preservative solution after the specimen is obtained.
B)Store the specimen in the refrigerator until it can be taken to the lab.
C)Place the specimen in a sterile container.
D)Collect an entire stool.

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Placing the specimen in a sterile container is crucial to avoid contamination and ensure accurate laboratory results, especially for diagnosing causes of diarrhea in children.

Choose the Nursing Action That Is Most Appropriate for the Collection