The nurse observes a lack of urine output in a patient recovering from bladder surgery. Prior to notifying the health care provider, the nurse gently irrigates the tubing and dislodges a small blood clot. Immediately the urine begins to flow. This nurse's intervention demonstrates which level of clinical nursing practice?

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The nurse's ability to assess the situation, perform an intervention, and resolve the issue without needing to consult others demonstrates expert-level clinical nursing practice.

The Nurse Observes a Lack of Urine Output in a Patient