Upon inserting the straight catheter,you find that urine is not flowing.Your next action is to
A)Remove the catheter,check the meatus,and reinsert the catheter.
B)Obtain a new,larger-sized catheter and insert it.
C)Reassess if catheter is in the vagina;if so,remove and reinsert into meatus.
D)Insert the catheter a little farther,wait a few seconds,and if urine does not flow,reassess placement.

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If urine is not flowing, the catheter may not be inserted far enough. Inserting it a little farther can help ensure it reaches the bladder. If urine still does not flow, reassessing the placement is necessary.

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