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

Growing urine cultures for up to 12 hours

Labeling all specimens with date, time, and initials

Allowing the patient adequate time and privacy to void

Wearing gown, gloves, and mask for all specimen handling

Transporting specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner

Collecting the specimen from the drainage bag of an indwelling catheter

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,E

A. Growing urine cultures for up to 12 hours:
Nurses do not grow cultures; lab personnel handle this. The nurse’s role is collection and proper transport of specimens.

B. Labeling all specimens with date, time, and initials:
Correct labeling ensures proper identification and prevents errors in diagnosis and treatment.

C. Allowing the patient adequate time and privacy to void:
Respecting patient privacy encourages accurate specimen collection and maintains dignity.

D. Wearing gown, gloves, and mask for all specimen handling:
Gloves are necessary, but gowns and masks are not required unless splashing or isolation precautions are involved.

E. Transporting specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner:
Delays in transport can lead to contamination or degradation of the sample, affecting test accuracy.

F. Collecting the specimen from the drainage bag of an indwelling catheter:
Urine from the drainage bag is not sterile and is not appropriate for culture. It may yield inaccurate results

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. 15 degrees:
A 15-degree angle is used for intradermal injections, like the tuberculin skin test, to ensure the medication is deposited just under the skin.

B. 30 degrees:
This angle is not appropriate for any standard injection type.

C. 45 degrees:
Used for subcutaneous injections, not intradermal.

D. 90 degrees:
Used for intramuscular injections, not appropriate for a PPD test.

A. Inform the patient that she is counting respirations. B. Do not touch the patient until completed. C. Obtain without the patient knowing. D. Estimate respirations.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Inform the patient that she is counting respirations:
This may lead the patient to alter their breathing pattern, making the result inaccurate.

B. Do not touch the patient until completed:
Touch is not contraindicated, and hand placement on the chest can assist in counting if needed.

C. Obtain without the patient knowing:
This is correct. Most accurate respiratory assessments are done while appearing to check pulse, to prevent voluntary changes in breathing.

D. Estimate respirations:
Estimating is not acceptable and may lead to inaccurate data that affects patient care.

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