Which intervention should the nurse take first to promote micturation in a patient who is having difficulty voiding?
A) Insert an indwelling urinary catheter.
B) Notify the provider immediately.
C) Insert an intermittent, straight catheter.
D) Pour warm water over the patient's perineum.

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The nurse should perform independent nursing measures such as pouring warm water over the patient's perineum before notifying the provider.If nursing measures fail,the nurse should notify the provider.The provider may order an indwelling urinary catheter or a straight catheter to relieve the patient's urinary retention.

Which Intervention Should the Nurse Take First to Promote Micturation