The nurse prepares to obtain a urine specimen from a client's indwelling catheter.What is the nurse's understanding of the purpose of clamping the indwelling catheter prior to collection of urine?
A)Decreases client discomfort.
B)Increases urine production.
C)Promotes sterile collection.
D)Eases technique of procedure.

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Clamping the catheter allows urine to accumulate in the tubing, ensuring a fresh and uncontaminated sample is collected, which is important for maintaining sterility.

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