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concept of nursing 1

specimen collection Lesson 2

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What abnormal characteristics should be reported after obtaining a urine sample? -Blood-tinged -Presence of sediment -Cloudiness of urine
Which of the following are normal characteristics of urine? -pH 4.6 to 8 -Specific gravity 1.010 to 1.025 -protein absent -White blood cells 0 to 4
The nurse has instructed the male patient on how to properly clean himself in preparation for obtaining a midstream urine specimen. Which statement made by the patient indicates correct understanding? "I should begin cleaning at the opening of my penis and go outward in a circular motion."
The nurse is going to obtain a urine sample from a patient who has an indwelling urinary catheter for routine analysis. How much urine should the nurse obtain? At least 20 mL
The nurse has instructed a patient on the procedure for obtaining a midstream urine specimen. The patient asks, “Why does the urine sample need to be collected in this manner?” The nurse’s best response is: "The initial stream flushes out microorganisms that accumulate at the opening of the urinary tract."
The nurse has delegated the task of obtaining a midstream urine specimen to NAP. Which of the following responsibilities does NOT remain with the nurse who delegated the task? Instructing the patient on the procedure to gain cooperation
The NAP is obtaining a midstream urine specimen from a female patient. Which action, if made by the NAP, requires correction and indicates further instruction is needed? The NAP cleans the patient starting at the center and uses the same swab to clean the sides.
How much urine is needed to perform a urine culture? At least 3 mL
Created by: Lightnning54
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