A Nurse Will Teach a Patient Who Is Scheduled to Complete

question 20

Multiple Choice

A nurse will teach a patient who is scheduled to complete a 24-hour urine collection for 17-ketosteroids to

• A) insert and maintain a retention catheter.
• B) keep the specimen refrigerated or on ice.
• C) drink at least 3 L of fluid during the 24 hours.
• D) void and save that specimen to start the collection.

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Definitions:

Basal Body Temperature

The lowest body temperature attained during rest, often used to monitor ovulation and fertility.

Cervical Mucus

The fluid produced by the cervix, which changes in consistency and volume throughout the menstrual cycle, playing a role in fertility.

Breastfeeding

The process of feeding a baby with milk directly from the mother's breast, recommended for its nutritional and health benefits.