Asked by Robert Davis on Jul 22, 2024
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A preschool child is being admitted to the hospital with dehydration and a urinary tract infection (UTI) . Which urinalysis result should the nurse expect with these conditions?
A) WBC <1; specific gravity 1.008
B) WBC <2; specific gravity 1.025
C) WBC >2; specific gravity 1.016
D) WBC >2; specific gravity 1.030
Urinary Tract Infection
An infection in any part of the urinary system, including kidneys, bladder, or urethra, often caused by bacteria.
Specific Gravity
The ratio of the density of a substance to the density of a reference substance, typically water, indicating how heavy or light a substance is in comparison to water.
Urinalysis
A test of urine aimed at detecting disorders such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes.
- Interpret urinalysis results in the context of dehydration and urinary tract infection.
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Learning Objectives
- Interpret urinalysis results in the context of dehydration and urinary tract infection.
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