A woman is admitted with an overdistended bladder. Which of the following diagnostic tests can be done to confirm the diagnosis of urinary retention?

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Bladder scan is the best choice for confirming the diagnosis of urinary retention as it is a non-invasive test that uses ultrasound to measure the volume of urine present in the bladder. Cystoscopy may be used to visualize the bladder and urethra but it is invasive and not necessary for diagnosis. Intravenous pyelography is a radiologic test that uses contrast dye to visualize the urinary system and is not necessary for diagnosis of urinary retention. Mid-stream urine collection is a test for urinary tract infections and does not confirm the diagnosis of urinary retention.

A Woman Is Admitted with an Overdistended Bladder