The nurse would expect the urine of a patient with uncontrolled diabetes mellitus to be
a. Cloudy.
b. Discolored.
c. Sweet smelling.
d. Painful.
ANS: C
Incomplete fat metabolism and buildup of ketones give urine a sweet or fruity odor. Cloudy urine may indicate infection or renal failure. Discolored urine may result from various medications. Painful urination indicates an alteration in urinary elimination.
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