There are variables that should be looked at closely in regard to disposable swabs for they can have an effect on their efficiency and safety. First and foremost, choose swabs that have been made from safe clinical materials. Also, the shape of the swab tip head must be suited to its purpose, whether collecting a sample or scrubbing something clean. Lastly, the swabs have to be well packed to avoid contamination before they are required. Gaining an appreciation of these variables will assist the providers in ensuring safety as well as making the patients comfortable and enhancing their care.