Asked by
Ashley Newton
on Dec 12, 2024Verified
Which of the following would you include in patient instruction about collecting a 24-hour urine specimen?
A) Tell the patient to collect all urine starting with the first voided specimen
B) Encourage the patient to use a bedpan
C) Explain to the patient that the small collection container must not be washed between uses
D) Instruct the patient to keep the specimen covered and in the refrigerator throughout the test
E) Return the sample to the office or deliver it to the laboratory within 1 week of collection
24-Hour Urine Specimen
A diagnostic test involves collecting all urine produced in a 24-hour period for medical analysis.
Refrigerator
An appliance used for keeping food and drinks cold, slowing down the spoilage process by maintaining a temperature below the room's temperature.
- Acquire knowledge on the critical role of instructing patients in the collection and proper handling of urine specimens.
Verified Answer
AA
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the critical role of instructing patients in the collection and proper handling of urine specimens.
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