Urine Specimen Collection and Testing
60 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the primary source of a sputum specimen?

  • Salivary glands
  • Throat
  • Lungs, trachea, and bronchi (correct)
  • Oral cavity

    • What should you do to collect a sputum specimen?

  • Ask the patient to spit
  • Ask the patient to take a deep breath and expectorate (correct)
  • Use a needle to collect the specimen
  • Use a swab to collect the specimen

    • Why is it important to introduce yourself to the patient during specimen collection?

  • To establish a personal connection
  • To ensure correct patient identification (correct)
  • To explain the specimen collection procedure
  • To gain the patient's trust

    • What should you do with the reagent strip after dipping it into the urine?

    <p>Dispose of it in a biohazard bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using a kit for saliva specimen collection?

    <p>To test for hormone, alcohol, and drug levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to label specimens in front of the patient?

    <p>To prevent specimen mix-ups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of specimen is collected from the oral cavity?

    <p>Saliva</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should you wash your hands and don gloves during specimen collection?

    <p>To prevent specimen contamination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended method to confirm patient identification?

    <p>Using at least two patient identifiers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct procedure for labeling specimens?

    <p>Labeling specimens in front of the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a special requirement for a Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)?

    <p>The patient should avoid eating for 12 hours before the test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a postprandial test?

    <p>To screen for diabetes mellitus in non-diabetic patients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the collection procedure for a 24-hour urine collection?

    <p>Collecting urine specimens in a large container with a lid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to dispose of urine specimens according to facility guidelines?

    <p>To comply with OSHA regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the timing requirement for blood and urine tests in a GTT?

    <p>Tests should be performed at the same time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to document the time of collection for urine specimens?

    <p>To document any deviations from the collection schedule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When performing a urine test for drug screening, what is important to ensure?

    <p>The patient's privacy and the accuracy of the results are ensured</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a chain of custody form in drug testing?

    <p>To document the handling of the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the patient do when collecting a clean-catch midstream urine specimen?

    <p>Void a small amount of urine into the toilet, then begin the collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should the patient use an antiseptic wipe to cleanse the genitals before collecting a clean-catch midstream urine specimen?

    <p>To prevent contamination from bacteria on the surface of the labia or penis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used to cleanse the genitals before collecting a clean-catch midstream urine specimen?

    <p>An antiseptic wipe of the facility's choice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with the urine specimen after collection for C&S testing?

    <p>It is collected into a sterile container and then transported into another vessel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of discarding the first morning urine specimen before collecting a urine specimen for drug testing?

    <p>To remove any contaminants from the previous night</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should the patient be informed about special handling instructions for urine specimen collection?

    <p>Before the collection is initiated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main advantage of performing a urinalysis?

    <p>It provides information about a patient's condition at a low cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to collect urine specimens in the morning?

    <p>To capture higher hormone levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with urinary specimens during handling?

    <p>Keep them as stable as possible to prevent accidental spilling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should gloves be changed between handling urine specimens?

    <p>To prevent contamination of specimens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done before and after handling urine specimens?

    <p>Wash hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the label be placed on the urine specimen container?

    <p>On the side of the container</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of urine collection is the most commonly performed?

    <p>Routine or random urine collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be provided to the patient to help them perform urine specimen collection correctly?

    <p>Written information and the opportunity to ask questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is it best to collect a sputum specimen?

    <p>Several hours after a patient eats or first thing in the morning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to use a clean container with a lid for fecal specimen collection?

    <p>To prevent contamination of the specimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be instructed to the patient prior to collecting a semen specimen?

    <p>The need to refrain from ejaculation for a certain period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should a throat swab be collected?

    <p>To test for strep throat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with a semen specimen after collection?

    <p>Keep it warm and protect it from light</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the label be placed on a fecal specimen container?

    <p>On the container</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should a condom not be used during semen specimen collection?

    <p>It may contain spermicides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should a semen specimen be brought to the laboratory for testing?

    <p>Within 2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a Glucose Tolerance Test, blood and urine tests should be performed at different times.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a 24-hour urine collection, the patient receives a small container with a lid.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A postprandial test requires a patient to fast for 12 hours before the test.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is not necessary to label specimens in front of the patient.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Urine specimens can be disposed of in regular trash.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The patient is responsible for collecting their own urine specimen without medical personnel supervision.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A reagent strip is used to perform a blood test.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Saliva specimens are used to test for hormone, alcohol, and glucose levels.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When collecting a sputum specimen, the patient should cough gently into the container.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is recommended to collect urine specimens in the morning for a glucose tolerance test.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Wearing gloves is only necessary when handling blood specimens.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A 24-hour urine collection involves collecting a single urine specimen at the end of the 24-hour period.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The patient should be instructed to void the entire urine into the container when collecting a clean-catch midstream urine specimen.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Alcohol can be used to cleanse the genitals before collecting a clean-catch midstream urine specimen.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The chain of custody form is only required for urine tests that determine prescription drugs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Refrigeration is never necessary for urine specimens.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The first morning urine specimen is always used for drug testing.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A clean-catch midstream urine specimen is not required for Culture and Sensitivity testing.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The patient should be informed about special handling instructions after the collection process is complete.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The facility's instructions for performing a urine test for drug screening are not important to follow.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Urine Specimen Collection

    • Urine specimen collection is a common diagnostic test used to diagnose conditions, such as glucose levels, hormone levels, and drug testing.
    • Various methods of collection include random, first morning urine, fasting, clean-catch midstream, catheter, and suprapubic.
    • Wear gloves and change gloves between specimens to prevent contamination.
    • Perform tests on a flat surface and keep the specimen stable to prevent accidental spilling.

    Reagent Strip Method

    • Use a reagent strip to analyze urine for specific substances.
    • Dip the reagent strip into the urine for the specified time, then remove and analyze.
    • Wear gloves when dipping the reagent strip and throughout the duration of the test.
    • Use the analysis chart provided to determine the level of substance by matching colors.

    Nonblood Specimen Collection

    • Saliva specimens are used to test for hormone, alcohol, and drug levels.
    • Follow the instructions provided with the kit or check with the facility for proper procedures.
    • Label all specimens in front of the patient and bring to the laboratory promptly.

    Sputum Specimens

    • Sputum specimens are collected from the lungs, trachea, and bronchi.
    • Instruct the patient to take a deep breath and expectorate by coughing deeply and spitting the thick matter from their lungs into the specimen container.
    • Follow the instructions at the facility for collecting this specimen.
    • Confirm patient identification by using at least two patient identifiers.

    Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)

    • Confirm that the patient is fasting (usually for 12 hr.).
    • Perform blood and urine tests at the same time in the order recommended by the facility.
    • Collect specimens every 1 or 2 hr. and document the time accurately.

    Postprandial Test

    • A patient eats a meal, then a urine specimen is collected 2 hr. after.
    • This test monitors the effects of a prescribed insulin dosage for patients with diabetes mellitus or is a screening tool for patients without diabetes mellitus.

    24-Hour Urine Collection

    • Instruct the patient to void and discard the first morning urine specimen, then initiate the collection process.
    • Inform the patient of any special handling instructions, such as refrigeration or return time.

    Drug Testing

    • Perform urine tests to determine what nonprescription drugs a patient has in their system.
    • Ensure privacy and accuracy of the results.
    • Use a chain of custody form and confirm that it is completely filled out.

    Clean-Catch Midstream Collection

    • Collect the middle volume of urine.
    • Inform the patient to void a small amount of urine into the toilet, then begin the collection.
    • Stop collecting urine before the flow is complete by moving the container.
    • Clean the genitals with an antiseptic wipe before collection.

    Fecal Specimens

    • Fecal tests are performed to determine if a patient has a possible bacterial infection, parasites, or occult blood.
    • Use a clean container with a lid and label the specimen in front of the patient.
    • Follow specific dietary instructions prior to the patient collecting a specimen.

    Semen Specimens

    • Semen specimens are used to perform sperm counts to assess fertility.
    • Introduce yourself and confirm patient identity with at least two patient identifiers.
    • Wash hands and don gloves before handling semen specimens.
    • Collect into a sterile container and keep the specimen warm and protected from light.

    Throat Swab

    • A throat swab is a culture specimen usually obtained to test for strep throat.
    • Follow the instructions provided with the kit or check with the facility for proper procedures.

    Urine Test by Chemical Analysis

    • Urine is collected in a sterile container and a reagent strip is dipped into the urine for a specified time.
    • The absorbent pads on the reagent strip change colors depending on the level of the substance in the patient's urine.
    • Colors are matched to an analysis chart to determine the level of the substance.
    • Gloves should be worn during the test, and the used reagent strip should be disposed of in a biohazard bag.

    Non-Blood Specimens

    • Saliva specimens are used to test for hormone, alcohol, and drug levels.
    • Kits with instructions are usually available, but facility procedures should be followed if instructions are lacking.
    • All specimens should be labeled in front of the patient and brought to the laboratory promptly.

    Sputum Specimens

    • Sputum is collected from the lungs, trachea, and bronchi.
    • Patients should be instructed to take a deep breath and expectorate by coughing deeply and spitting the thick matter into a specimen container.
    • Facility procedures should be followed for collecting sputum specimens.

    General Specimen Collection Procedures

    • Introduce yourself, confirm patient identity using at least two patient identifiers, wash your hands, and don gloves.
    • Use a sterile specimen container and label all specimens in front of the patient.
    • Promptly test or transport specimens and dispose of them according to facility guidelines.

    Special Urine Tests

    Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)

    • Confirm that the patient has fasted for 12 hours.
    • Blood and urine tests should be performed at the same time, usually every 1 or 2 hours.
    • Accurately document the time of collection.

    Postprandial Test

    • Patient voids, eats a meal, and then a urine specimen is collected 2 hours later.
    • Used to monitor effects of insulin dosage in diabetic patients and as a screening tool for non-diabetic patients.

    24-Hour Urine Collection

    • Patient discards the first morning urine specimen and then initiates the collection process.
    • Inform the patient of any special handling instructions and refrigeration requirements.

    Drug Testing

    • Ensure patient privacy and accuracy of results.
    • A chain of custody form may be required, and all handlers of the specimen must sign and date the form.

    Clean-Catch Midstream Urine Specimen Collection

    • Collect the middle volume of urine after the patient has voided a small amount.
    • Use an antiseptic wipe to cleanse the genitals before collection to prevent contamination.
    • Avoid using alcohol, peroxide, or iodine as they can harm the patient or damage tissue.

    Studying That Suits You

    Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

    Quiz Team

    Related Documents

    c5-NONBLOOD SPECIMEN COLLECTION.docx

    Description

    Learn about the different methods of urine specimen collection and the importance of proper handling and testing techniques in diagnostic testing.

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser