A nurse is reviewing the urinalysis results of a client who reports urinary frequency and burning. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

Urine specific gravity 1.020

Amber yellow urine color

Absence of glucose in the urine

Microscopic hematuria

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A.   A specific gravity within the normal range indicates adequate urine concentration and hydration status, which is not typically concerning.
B.   This color is indicative of normal urine concentration and hydration status and is not necessarily indicative of urinary tract pathology.
C.   Absence of glucose in the urine is a normal finding and does not typically warrant further investigation.
D.   Microscopic hematuria (blood in the urine not visible to the naked eye) may indicate underlying urinary tract pathology, such as infection, inflammation, or kidney stones, and should be reported to the provider for further evaluation and management.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Sanguineous drainage is typically bright red and composed mainly of red blood cells. It is common immediately after surgery but does not typically indicate infection.
B. Purulent drainage is thick, yellow, or greenish in color and contains pus, indicating infection. It requires prompt assessment and intervention.
C. Serous drainage is clear, watery, and pale yellow in color. It is typically a normal finding in surgical wounds.
D. Serosanguineous drainage is pink to pale red and contains a mixture of blood and serum. It is common in the early stages of wound healing.

A. Atrial flutter B. Ventricular tachycardia C. Atrial fibrillation D. Sinus tachycardia

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Atrial flutter is characterized by a regular rhythm with rapid atrial contractions (flutter waves) that have a sawtooth appearance on the ECG tracing.
B. Ventricular tachycardia typically presents with a wide QRS complex and is often associated with hemodynamic instability.
C. Atrial fibrillation is characterized by irregularly irregular rhythm with no distinct P waves and irregular ventricular response.
D. Sinus tachycardia is characterized by a regular rhythm with a heart rate greater than 100 beats per minute originating from the sinus node.

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