Sputum Culture & Sensitivity Test

In this lesson, we will identify why sputum cultures are performed and review some  important nursing interventions prior to and after collecting sputum cultures. We will also discuss nursing responsibilities in collection and transport of specimens.

Learning Objectives:

Upon the completion of this lesson, learners will be able to:

1. Understand the purpose of a sputum culture and sensitivity test
2. Determine nursing responsibilities for collecting and transporting sputum culture and sensitivity samples
3. Describe the collection procedure for a sputum sample