Asked by Rafik Tewfik on May 29, 2024
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A nurse is reviewing urinary laboratory results. Which finding will cause the nurse to follow up?
A) Protein level of 2 mg/100 mL
B) Urine output of 80 mL/hr
C) Specific gravity of 1.036
D) pH of 6.4
Urinary Laboratory
A diagnostic room or department where urine samples are analyzed for medical purposes.
Specific Gravity
A measure of the density of a substance compared to the density of water.
- Utilize appropriate assessment questions and diagnostic tests to evaluate urinary system function and identify abnormalities.
Verified Answer
AN
Andrew NorcrossJun 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Dehydration, reduced renal blood flow, and increase in antidiuretic hormone secretion elevate specific gravity. Normal specific gravity is 1.0053 to 1.030. An output of 30 mL/hr or less for 2 or more hours would be cause for concern; 80 mL/hr is normal. The normal pH of urine is between 4.6 and 8.0. Protein up to 8 mg/100 mL is acceptable; however, values in excess of this could indicate renal disease.
Learning Objectives
- Utilize appropriate assessment questions and diagnostic tests to evaluate urinary system function and identify abnormalities.