The nurse assesses a patient admitted to the medical-surgical unit who has a diagnosis of type I diabetes mellitus. The nurse notes that the patient's urine is cloudy and foul-smelling. Which of the following diagnostic tests does the nurse anticipate will be ordered based on this finding?

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Cloudy and foul-smelling urine may indicate a urinary tract infection (UTI) which is common in patients with diabetes mellitus. Therefore, a urine culture and sensitivity (C&S) test is necessary to confirm the UTI and identify the most appropriate antibiotic for treatment. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN), creatinine clearance, and residual urine tests are not appropriate diagnostic tests for a UTI.

The Nurse Assesses a Patient Admitted to the Medical-Surgical Unit