A nurse is caring for a client who needs a stool specimen collected. Which of the following actions should the nurse take when obtaining the specimen?

The correct answer is B: Send specimen container immediately to the lab. This is the correct action because stool specimens should be sent to the lab promptly to prevent deterioration and ensure accurate results. Option A is incorrect because the paper bag should be labeled before placing the specimen container inside. Option C is incorrect because a sterile container, not a swab, should be used to collect the stool specimen. Option D is incorrect because the specimen should be placed in a clean, dry container, not necessarily a sterile one.