NHA urine testing

Question 1

when taking a clean catch urine sample, what are the steps you need to explain to the patient

Answer 1

1. spread labial folds and clean both sides of urinary opening front to back with separate wipes
2. keep spread and use last wipe to clean down the middle
3. keep spread and urinate a little bit then urinate the rest in the test cup
4. attach the lid

Question 2

before giving patient the sterile collection container, what should be done first

Answer 2

1. verify identity using name and dob
2. check EHR for test order
3. greet patient and explain procedure

Question 3

what should be placed on specimen cup label

Answer 3

patient name and dob
date and time of collection
MA initials

Question 4

to read best results, urine should be at what temp

Answer 4

room temp

Question 5

after how many minutes can test results be negatively altered due to improper storage

Answer 5

60

Question 6

when assessing urine color, what are different colors that it can be

Answer 6

clear, pale yellow, yellow, dark yellow, amber

Question 7

what are terms to use when assessing urine clarity

Answer 7

clear
slightly cloudy
cloudy (cannot see through it)
turbid (cloudy and clumps)

Question 8

when testing a urine samples, what PPE should be used

Answer 8

gown and gloves

Question 9

before putting test strip into clinical analyzer, what do you do

Answer 9

make sure urine is not dripping so gently tap on paper towel