State whether or not the following scenarios should be of concern to a laboratory supervisor and why:
-An unusual number of positive occult blood tests are reported by a new employee in a satellite clinic.
A) Concerned; patients may not be receiving dietary instructions
B) Not concerned; the employee has passed the competency test on performing the test

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An unusual number of positive occult blood tests could indicate a problem with the accuracy of the test, the instructions given to the patients, or other factors. It is important for the laboratory supervisor to investigate this issue to ensure that patients are receiving appropriate care.

State Whether or Not the Following Scenarios Should Be of Concern