Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
A nurse is providing instructions about a 24-hr urine collection to an adolescent client. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Discard the first voided specimen. For a 24-hr urine collection, it is important to start the collection with an empty bladder to ensure accuracy. By discarding the first voided specimen, the nurse can begin the collection period accurately. Voiding every hour (B) is not necessary for a 24-hr collection and could lead to inaccuracies. Cleansing the perineum with povidone-iodine solution (C) is not required and may introduce contaminants. Saving the final specimen in a separate container (D) is unnecessary and can complicate the collection process.