The Nurse Admits a Client to the Medical Unit for a Urinary

question 22

Multiple Choice

The nurse admits a client to the medical unit for a urinary disorder.Which questions are appropriate for the nurse to include when assessing the client's voiding pattern? Select all that apply.

• A) How many times do you urinate in a 24-hour period?
• B) Has your pattern of urination changed recently?
• C) How often do you get out of bed at night to urinate?
• D) What color is your urine?
• E) Does your urine have any type of odor?

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