When the balloon on an indwelling urinary catheter is inflated and the patient expresses discomfort,it is essential for the nurse to take which action?
A)Remove the catheter.
B)Continue to blow up the balloon because discomfort is expected.
C)Aspirate the fluid from the balloon and advance the catheter.
D)Pull back on the catheter slightly to determine tension.

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If resistance to inflation is noted,or if the patient complains of pain,the balloon may not be entirely within the bladder.Stop inflation,aspirate any fluid injected into the balloon,and advance the catheter a little farther before attempting again to inflate.

When the Balloon on an Indwelling Urinary Catheter Is Inflated