Which of the following is an accurate guideline to follow if there is not an immediate flow of urine after a catheter has been inserted?
A) Have the patient take a deep breath, which helps to relax the perineal and abdominal muscles.
B) Pull out the catheter slightly, because a drainage hole may be resting against the bladder wall.
C) Lower the head of the patient's bed to increase pressure in the bladder area.
D) Lightly apply pressure on the patient's bladder until a flow of urine is established.
A
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