A client who has had a transurethral prostatectomy is receiving intravenous fluids and has an indwelling urethral (Foley) catheter attached to gravity drainage. One hour earlier, there was drainage from the Foley catheter, but now the nurse notes that there is no drainage. Because of this finding, which of these actions should be taken by the nurse?

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A client who has had a transurethral prostatectomy is receiving intravenous fluids and has an indwelling urethral (Foley) catheter attached to gravity drainage. One hour earlier, there was drainage from the Foley catheter, but now the nurse notes that there is no drainage. Because of this finding, which of these actions should be taken by the nurse?