Six hours after removing a postoperative client's indwelling urinary catheter, the client has not voided. What action should the practical nurse take? A- Ask the client if they are uncomfortable. B- Reinsert the indwelling urinary catheter. C- Obtain order to increase intravenous infusion rate. D- Complete a bladder scan.

Six hours after removing a postoperative client's indwelling urinary catheter, the client has not voided. What action should the practical nurse take? A- Ask the client if they are uncomfortable. B- Reinsert the indwelling urinary catheter. C- Obtain order to increase intravenous infusion rate. D- Complete a bladder scan.

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