The nurse is collecting a urine specimen for a client with symptoms related to urethritis. Which collection method should the nurse implement?

Rationale: A. A 24-hour specimen: This type of collection is used to measure substances that vary throughout the day, such as protein or creatinine, and is not appropriate for diagnosing urethritis. B. Any specimen voided after drinking adequate fluids: Random urine specimens can be diluted and may not accurately reflect the presence of pathogens causing urethritis. C. First voided specimen in the morning: First-morning specimens are often concentrated and useful for detecting certain substances, such as pregnancy or protein, but may not be ideal for bacterial detection in urethritis. D. A clean catch specimen: A midstream clean catch specimen minimizes contamination from the urethra and external genitalia, providing the most reliable sample for detecting bacteria or pathogens responsible for urethritis.