When the Balloon on an Indwelling Urinary Catheter Is Inflated

question 17

Multiple Choice

When the balloon on an indwelling urinary catheter is inflated and the patient expresses discomfort,it is essential for the nurse to take which action?

• A)Remove the catheter.
• B)Continue to blow up the balloon because discomfort is expected.
• C)Aspirate the fluid from the balloon and advance the catheter.
• D)Pull back on the catheter slightly to determine tension.

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