The nurse is preparing to collect a urine specimen. What will this nurse include when labeling this specimen? (Select all that apply.)
a. Date and time of collection
b. Identification of last name only
c. Room number
d. Medical record number
e. Insurance information
ANS: A, C, D
When labeling a specimen date and time of collection, room number and medical record number should be included. Patient should be identified by full name. Insurance information is not necessarily included.
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