A Routine Urinalysis Is Collected by the Client and Given

question 23

Multiple Choice

A routine urinalysis is collected by the client and given to the nurse. Results confirm there are no problems involving the urinary system. Which of the following results gives this conclusion?

• A) Specific gravity 1.035 and faint aromatic odour.
• B) Dark amber colour and output less than 500 mL in 24 hours.
• C) Blood present and no ketones.
• D) pH 6 and no glucose present.

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