Multiple Choice
A nurse reviews the Gram stain results from a patient's sputum culture.Which finding indicates that the specimen is contaminated by oral flora?
A) Presence of polymorphonuclear neutrophils
B) More than 25 squamous epithelial cells per lower power field
C) Positive for gram-negative bacteria and white blood cells
D) Presence of homogeneous microbial flora
Correct Answer:
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