In the cup-not-required sequence, what is the last step?

In the cup-not-required sequence, what is the last step?

• A. Uncap bottle
• B. Provide sample in bottle
• C. Wash hands with soap and water
• D. Place cap on bottle

Answer: (C)

The motion being tested is maintaining proper hygiene and contamination control after handling a sample. In a cup-not-required collection, you open the bottle to access it, collect the sample into the bottle, and then reseal it with the cap. After you’ve completed those handling steps, the last thing you should do is wash your hands with soap and water. This hand hygiene step removes any potential contaminants picked up during the process, helps protect you and others, and prevents transferring material to surfaces or future samples. The other actions occur earlier in the sequence: uncap to access, provide the sample in the bottle, and then place the cap on to seal.

The motion being tested is maintaining proper hygiene and contamination control after handling a sample. In a cup-not-required collection, you open the bottle to access it, collect the sample into the bottle, and then reseal it with the cap. After you’ve completed those handling steps, the last thing you should do is wash your hands with soap and water. This hand hygiene step removes any potential contaminants picked up during the process, helps protect you and others, and prevents transferring material to surfaces or future samples. The other actions occur earlier in the sequence: uncap to access, provide the sample in the bottle, and then place the cap on to seal.