Sputum Flashcards
1
Q
Salivary contamination
A
More than 25 sq epithelial cells /low power field
2
Q
Ideal specimen
A
Less than 10 squamous epithelial
10-25 pmn on stain
3
Q
Sufficient quantity
A
15ml
4
Q
Methods 4
A
Spontaneous.induced
Bronch
Gastric aspiration
5
Q
Collection
A
Plenty if fluids First thing in morning. 1 hour after bf Rinse Explain importance 3 deep breath n cough 10% nacl or sterile water High fowlers position Avoid touchjing inside , send
6
Q
Suction method
A
Bypass normal flora of mouth 12-14 gauge , trap 02, pulse ox , resuscitation bag Lubricant Tell to cough Pressure 100-150 for 5- 10 sec If fail- rest for 5 to 6 breath
7
Q
Mucoid
A
Clear tough jelly like
Bronchitis, ba
8
Q
Rusty
A
Degraded product of blood
9
Q
Atypical cells seen in
A
Ba, bronchiectasis, radiotherapy
10
Q
Macrophagrs comtaing lipid
A
Lipid pneumonia
