A Nurse Is Delegating the Collection of Urinary Output to an Assistant

question 27

Multiple Choice

A nurse is delegating the collection of urinary output to an assistant. What should the nurse tell the assistant to do while measuring the urine?

• A) Compare the amount of output with intake.
• B) Use a clean measuring cup for each voiding.
• C) Tell the client to wash the urethra before voiding.
• D) Wear gloves when handling a client's urine.

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Predetermined Overhead Rate

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