[Verified Answer]: The nurse is caring for a postoperative…

The nurse is caring for a postoperative client who has not voided in 7 hours and reports abdominal discomfort. The client’s bladder is palpable above the symphysis pubis and rm to touch. Which of the following actions should the nurse take rst? A. Insert a straight catheter to relieve the distention B. Encourage the client to increase fluid intake C. Assist the client to the bathroom to attempt voiding D. Notify the healthcare provider immediately