While being catheterized for urinary retention, a patient becomes diaphoretic and pale. What should the nurse do 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 certain amount (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, a Patient Becomes Diaphoretic