The nurse measures the urine output of a patient who requires a bedpan to void.Which action should the nurse take after applying gloves?
A) Have the patient void directly into the bedpan.
B) Pour the urine into a graduated container.
C) Read the volume with the container on a flat surface at eye level.
D) Observe the color and clarity of the urine in the bedpan.

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The nurse should first have the patient void directly into the bedpan after applying gloves to ensure that the urine is collected properly before proceeding with any other actions.

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