The nurse must collect a 24-hour urine specimen for cortisol.The patient is incontinent.How can the nurse collect the specimen?

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If the patient is incontinent or otherwise unable to participate in the test,a catheter may need to be inserted.If the patient already has an indwelling catheter,a new bag and tubing should be attached before the start of the test.C.D.The urine must be examined in the laboratory,so wet briefs will not be useful.A.Keeping the patient on a bedpan can cause pressure ulcers.

The Nurse Must Collect a 24-Hour Urine Specimen for Cortisol