Section 39 - Urine Collection Flashcards
1
Q
TRUE OR FALSE: The random specimen is the most common form of urine specimen.
A
TRUE
2
Q
A urine specimen should be between ________mL and ________mL.
A
12 and 50 mL
3
Q
Can soap residue affect the pH of the specimen?
A
YES
4
Q
What is the proper procedure for collecting/storing a 24-hour urine specimen?
A
Discard 1st urine, refrigerate
5
Q
Why is catheterization not a routine process for specimen collection?
A
Risk of infection
