The nurse properly obtains a 24-hour urine specimen collection by (Select all that apply.)
a. Asking the patient to void and to discard the first sample.
b. Keeping the urine collection container on ice.
c. Withholding all patient medications for the day.
d. Asking the patient to notify the staff before and after every void.
ANS: A, B
When obtaining a 24-hour urine specimen, it is important to keep the urine in cool condition. The patient should be asked to void and to discard the urine before the procedure begins. Medications do not need to be held unless indicated by the provider. If properly educated about the collection procedure, the patient can maintain autonomy and perform the procedure alone, taking care to maintain the integrity of the solution.
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