A nurse is caring for a patient and notices that the patient’s urine is dark amber, cloudy, and has an unpleasant odor. Which of the following conditions should the nurse associate these findings with?

Urinary retention

Urinary incontinence

Urinary tract infection

Urinary frequency

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Choice A rationale

Urinary retention refers to the inability to empty the bladder completely. While it can cause discomfort and bloating, it does not typically result in dark amber, cloudy urine with an unpleasant odor.

Choice B rationale

Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control, leading to the involuntary leakage of urine. It does not cause the urine to become dark amber, cloudy, or have an unpleasant odor.

Choice C rationale

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system — kidneys, bladder, urethra. Most UTIs are caused by bacteria, but they can also be caused by viruses or fungi. Symptoms of a UTI often include cloudy, dark, or strong-smelling urine.

Choice D rationale

Urinary frequency refers to needing to urinate more often than usual. It can be a symptom of many different issues, including a UTI, but on its own, it does not cause the urine to become dark amber, cloudy, or have an unpleasant odor.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale

The hospital pharmacist is the most appropriate resource for a nurse to consult for information on medication compatibility. Pharmacists have specialized knowledge and access to resources that provide information on drug interactions, including those between ampicillin and gentamicin sulfate. They can provide accurate and up-to-date information on whether these two medications can be safely administered together.

Choice B rationale

While the health care provider prescribes the medication, they may not have the most current or detailed information on drug compatibility. It is the pharmacist’s role to have this specialized knowledge.

Choice C rationale

Medication sales representatives are primarily focused on promoting their company’s products. They may not have comprehensive knowledge of drug interactions, especially between drugs from different companies.

Choice D rationale

The nurse manager oversees the nursing staff and coordinates care, but they may not have specific knowledge about all drug interactions. The hospital pharmacist is the most appropriate resource for this information.

A. Discard the medication. B. Return the medication to the pharmacy. C. Notify the provider. D. Give the medication.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

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