When attempting to get a urine specimen from small children (especially great with a male), using a sharpie or a two-sided sticker, place a star or heart on the bottom of the specimen container (outside). Have them try to cover it up with their urine. A challenge becomes a game.—JACQUELINE ANDERSON, MSN, FNP-BC, Santa Rosa, Calif. (211-5)
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