Which information from a patient's urinalysis requires that the nurse notify the health care provider?
a. pH 6.2
b. Trace protein
c. WBC 20 to 26/hpf
d. Specific gravity 1.021
ANS: C
The increased number of white blood cells (WBCs) indicates the presence of urinary tract infection or inflammation. The other findings are normal.
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