An older client is having difficulty handling the specimen cup for a clean catch urine specimen.What can the nurse do to help this client?
A)Provide a clean funnel to pour the urine into the specimen cup.
B)Document that the specimen could not be obtained.
C)Catheterize the client for the specimen.
D)Ask the physician to obtain the specimen.

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Providing a clean funnel to pour the urine into the specimen cup can help the older client who is having difficulty handling the cup. This is a non-invasive and simple solution that can be implemented quickly. It is important to maintain the client's privacy while assisting them with the collection process. If the client is still unable to collect the specimen, other options such as catheterization or asking the physician to obtain the specimen may be considered. Documenting that the specimen could not be obtained is not a preferred option as it does not address the client's needs.

An Older Client Is Having Difficulty Handling the Specimen Cup