Which Nursing Actions Will the Nurse Implement When Collecting a Urine

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which nursing actions will the nurse implement when collecting a urine specimen from a patient? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Growing urine cultures for up to 12 hours
• B) Labeling all specimens with date, time, and initials
• C) Allowing the patient adequate time and privacy to void
• D) Wearing gown, gloves, and mask for all specimen handling
• E) Transporting specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner
• F) Collecting the specimen from the drainage bag of an indwelling catheter

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Definitions:

Process Output

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Control Chart

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Control Limits

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Run Chart

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