NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

PHARMACOLOGY

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The examination of the physical and chemical properties of urine used to determine the presence of abnormal elements:
A
Percussion
B
Endoscopy
C
Urinalysis
D
Phlebotomy
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Urinalysis is the physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine. It involves a number of tests to detect and measure various compounds that pass through the urine.

Detailed explanation-2: -During a urinalysis, a clean urine sample is collected into a specimen cup and analyzed with a visual exam, a dipstick test, and a microscopic exam. The presence of cells, bacteria, and other chemicals is detected and measured in a urinalysis.

Detailed explanation-3: -Urinalysis analyzes characteristics of the urine and is used to diagnose diseases. A minimum of 400 to 500 mL urine must be produced daily to rid the body of wastes. Excessive quantities of urine may indicate diabetes insipidus or diabetes mellitus. The pH range of urine is 4.5 to 8.0, and is affected by diet.

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