While being catheterized for urinary retention, the patient becomes diaphoretic and pale. Which of the following can be done to help this patient?

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Rapid bladder decompression can lead to a vasovagal response, characterized by symptoms such as sweating and pallor. Clamping the catheter after draining a moderate amount of urine (e.g., 500 mL) can help prevent or mitigate this response by avoiding too rapid a decrease in bladder distension.

While Being Catheterized for Urinary Retention, the Patient Becomes Diaphoretic