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natalie2426

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During the collection of a 24-hour urine, how should the specimen be treated?
 
  a. kept at room temperature for 24 hours
  b. kept on ice or refrigerated during collection
  c. saved until at least 1,000 mL have been obtained
  d. strained at the conclusion of 24 hours

Question 2

When obtaining blood samples from a central line, what action must the nurse take?
 
  a. Discard the first sample in the amount indicated by agency protocol.
  b. Suggest that another venue be used.
  c. Withdraw a greater amount of blood than required, with a peripheral stick.
  d. Withdraw only the amount of blood required for the ordered tests, and document amount in nurse's notes according to agency policy.


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ghepp

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Timing for a 24-hour urine collection begins after the first void has been discarded. The urine specimen is kept on ice or refrigerated during collection.

Answer to Question 2

A
The first blood sample drawn from a central line cannot be used for diagnostic testing. It must be discarded, with the volume discarded being the same as the dead space in the catheter.


natalie2426

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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