Question 1

Which of the following is the most common type of urine sample?

Accepted Answer

A)   Timed urine specimen
B)   Random urine specimen
C)   First morning urine specimen
D)   Clean-catch midstream urine specimen
E)   24-hour urine specimenF) All of the above
G) B) and E)

Question 2

The type of urine specimen that may be submitted for culturing to identify the number and the types of pathogens present is the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   timed urine specimen
B)   24-hour urine specimen
C)   clean-catch midstream urine specimen
D)   first morning urine specimen
E)   random urine specimenF) A) and E)
G) D) and E)

Question 3

A(n) ________ urine specimen is used to complete a quantitative and qualitative analysis of one or more substances, such as sodium, chloride, and calcium, and is collected over a full day.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ urine specimen is used to...

Question 4

Which urine specimen is collected after a night's sleep and contains greater concentrations of substances?

Accepted Answer

A)   First morning urine specimen
B)   Random urine specimen
C)   Timed urine specimen
D)   Clean-catch midstream urine specimen
E)   24-hour urine specimenF) None of the above
G) A) and E)

Question 5

When hemoglobin breaks down, it converts into conjugated bilirubin in the liver and then to ________ in the intestines. It is normally present in the urine in small amounts, but high levels may indicate increased red blood cell destruction or liver disease, and a lack of it in the urine may suggest total bile duct obstruction.

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The answer of When hemoglobin breaks down, it converts into...

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true about patient collection of a stool sample?

Accepted Answer

A)   The sample can be collected in a clean waxed-paper carton.
B)   The sample should be kept warm if transport to the lab is delayed.
C)   A stool sample cannot be collected from a diaper.
D)   Using a tongue depressor to transfer the specimen will contaminate it.
E)   The sample must not be contaminated with urine.F) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

A(n) ________ urine specimen contains greater concentrations of substances that collect overnight than do specimens taken during the day.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n) ________ urine specimen contains greater concentrations...

Question 8

Which of the following is part of the medical assistant's responsibility in collecting and testing urine and stool samples?

Accepted Answer

A)   Work directly with bloodborne pathogens
B)   Dispose of specimens in the trashcan after use
C)   Wear adequate personal protective equipment
D)   Diagnose urinary infections
E)   Analyze patient health based on test resultsF) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 9

Increased specific gravity occurs in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   chronic renal disease
B)   urinary tract infection
C)   diabetes insipidus
D)   systemic lupus erythematosus
E)   overhydrationF) B) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 10

Which type of catheter is used to collect specimens or to instill medications?

Accepted Answer

A)   Splinting
B)   Retention
C)   Straight
D)   Urethral
E)   IndwellingF) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 11

A pregnant patient's urine is checked for abnormal levels of protein during a prenatal visit to detect ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   diabetes mellitus
B)   preeclampsia
C)   urinary infection
D)   bleeding
E)   urine leakageF) A) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 12

Residual urine is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   the leakage of urine despite voluntary control of urination
B)   urine that is collected over a 24-hour period
C)   urine remaining in the bladder after voiding
D)   urine that is normally voided
E)   urine collected by an indwelling urethral catheterF) A) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 13

An excess of protein in the urine is called ________ and usually indicates renal disease. However, it may occur in pregnant patients or after heavy exercise.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An excess of protein in the urine...

Question 14

The procedure during which a sterile plastic tube is inserted to provide urinary drainage is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   the urine specific gravity
B)   the urinometer measurement
C)   catheterization
D)   a random urine specimen
E)   a 24-hour urine specimenF) A) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 15

A urine odor characterized as "fruity" is present in ____.

Accepted Answer

A)   uncontrolled diabetes
B)   phenylketonuria
C)   urinary tract infections
D)   a diet rich in fruits and vegetables
E)   polycystic kidney diseaseF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 16

The procedure in which a sterile plastic tube is inserted into the kidney, ureter, or bladder to provide urinary drainage is called ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The procedure in which a sterile plastic...

Question 17

Which type of urine specimen can be used to measure a patient's urinary output or analyze substances collected over a specified period of time?

Accepted Answer

A)   Random urine specimen
B)   Clean-catch midstream urine specimen
C)   Timed urine specimen
D)   First morning urine specimen
E)   Qualitative specimenF) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 18

When a physician suspects that a patient has a protozoal or parasitic infection, what is the minimum number of stool specimens that need to be examined?

Accepted Answer

A)   1
B)   2
C)   3
D)   4
E)   5F) A) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 19

The microscopic cast found in urine and pictured here is a(n) ________ cast.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The microscopic cast found in urine and...

Question 20

The evaluation of urine to obtain information about body health and disease is called a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The evaluation of urine to obtain information...

Exam 48: Processing and Testing Urine and Stool Specimens

Which of the following is part of the medical assistant's responsibility in collecting and testing urine and stool samples?

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The procedure during which a sterile plastic tube is inserted to provide urinary drainage is ____.

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Residual urine is ____.

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An excess of protein in the urine is called ________ and usually indicates renal disease. However, it may occur in pregnant patients or after heavy exercise.

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Which type of catheter is used to collect specimens or to instill medications?

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The evaluation of urine to obtain information about body health and disease is called a(n) ________.

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When a physician suspects that a patient has a protozoal or parasitic infection, what is the minimum number of stool specimens that need to be examined?

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Which type of urine specimen can be used to measure a patient's urinary output or analyze substances collected over a specified period of time?

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A pregnant patient's urine is checked for abnormal levels of protein during a prenatal visit to detect ____.

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A(n) ________ urine specimen is used to complete a quantitative and qualitative analysis of one or more substances, such as sodium, chloride, and calcium, and is collected over a full day.

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A urine odor characterized as "fruity" is present in ____.

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Which of the following is the most common type of urine sample?

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The type of urine specimen that may be submitted for culturing to identify the number and the types of pathogens present is the ____.

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Which urine specimen is collected after a night's sleep and contains greater concentrations of substances?

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Increased specific gravity occurs in ____.

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The microscopic cast found in urine and pictured here is a(n) ________ cast.

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Which of the following statements is true about patient collection of a stool sample?

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A(n) ________ urine specimen contains greater concentrations of substances that collect overnight than do specimens taken during the day.

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The procedure in which a sterile plastic tube is inserted into the kidney, ureter, or bladder to provide urinary drainage is called ________.

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The procedure during which a sterile plastic tube is inserted to provide urinary drainage is ____.

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Residual urine is ____.

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The evaluation of urine to obtain information about body health and disease is called a(n) ________.

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Which type of urine specimen can be used to measure a patient's urinary output or analyze substances collected over a specified period of time?

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A(n) ________ urine specimen contains greater concentrations of substances that collect overnight than do specimens taken during the day.

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