Appropriate Collection of Microbiological Specimens

After viewing or presenting this presentation viewers will be able to—

• Recognize that collecting a good specimen is important to making treatment decisions.
• Detail procedures for collecting urine and respiratory samples from nursing home residents​.
• Describe strategies that reduce the risk of collecting contaminated microbiologic samples.

The materials below are intended for health care practitioners and nursing staff.

The materials below are primarily intended for nursing staff.