As part of routine data collection, a nurse is required to observe the characteristics of

urine of his clients. Which statement is true regarding the characteristics of urine?

A) Light amber-colored urine is seen in the case of dehydration
B) Strong ammonia-like odor is normal in freshly voided urine
C) Change in the normal color of urine may be caused by medications
D) Orange-brown colored urine is seen in the case of overhydration


C

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