What should you do after measuring urine and before recording the output?

What should you do after measuring urine and before recording the output?

• A. Remove gloves and wash hands before recording
• B. Rinse measuring container only
• C. Record immediately without glove removal
• D. Discard the bag

Answer: (D)

The action being tested is handling used urine collection supplies safely and preparing for accurate documentation. After you’ve measured the urine, you should dispose of the used collection bag according to facility policy before recording the output. This helps prevent cross-contamination, clears the workspace of a single-use item, and ensures that the next measurement can be taken with fresh supplies. Once the bag is discarded, you would proceed with recording the output as required, following any hand hygiene steps specified by your facility.

The action being tested is handling used urine collection supplies safely and preparing for accurate documentation. After you’ve measured the urine, you should dispose of the used collection bag according to facility policy before recording the output. This helps prevent cross-contamination, clears the workspace of a single-use item, and ensures that the next measurement can be taken with fresh supplies. Once the bag is discarded, you would proceed with recording the output as required, following any hand hygiene steps specified by your facility.