Urine collection
Description
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Allows screening for urinary tract infection and renal disorders, evaluation of treatment, and detection of systemic and metabolic disorders
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Provides a simple, effective alternative by offering minimal risk of specimen contamination without resorting to catheterization or suprapubic aspiration
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Contraindicated in a patient with extremely sensitive or excoriated perineal skin, due to collection bag being secured with adhesive flaps
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Alternative methods of collecting urine from small children: use of an inside-out disposable diaper or a test tube
Equipment
Pediatric urine collection bag (individually packaged) ♦urine specimen container ♦ label ♦ laboratory request form ♦ two disposable diapers of appropriate size ♦ scissors ♦ gloves ♦ washcloth ♦ soap ♦ water ♦ towel ♦bowl ♦ linen-saver pad
Essential steps
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Explain the procedure to the child and his parents.
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Provide privacy, especially if the patient is beyond infancy.
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Confirm the child’s identity using two patient identifiers according to facility policy.
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