When a Patient's Urine Dipstick Test Indicates a Small Amount

question 10

Multiple Choice

When a patient's urine dipstick test indicates a small amount of protein,the nurse's next action should be to

• A)send a urine specimen to the laboratory to test for ketones.
• B)obtain a clean-catch urine for culture and sensitivity testing.
• C)inquire about which medications the patient is currently taking.
• D)ask the patient about any family history of chronic renal failure.

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