The nurse is caring for a client who is scheduled for a 24-hour urine collection for 17-ketosteroids. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement?
A)Keep the specimen on ice
B)Insert a retention catheter
C)Have the client void and save that specimen to start the collection
D)Encourage the client to drink 2-3 L of fluid during the 24 hours

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The specimen must be kept on ice or refrigerated until the collection is finished. Voided or catheterized specimens are acceptable for the test. The initial voided specimen is discarded. There is no fluid intake requirement for the 24-hour collection.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Scheduled