The nurse needs to obtain a sputum specimen for culture and sensitivity from a patient. When should the nurse obtain this specimen?
A) before the first dose of antibiotics is administered
B) immediately after the first dose of antibiotic is administered
C) 30 minutes after the first dose of antibiotics is administered
D) during the first dose of antibiotics
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