A client who had transurethral resection of the prostate has dribbling urine after his Foley catheter is removed on the 2nd postoperative day. The nurse notes that the client had 200 mL of urine output in the last 8 hours with a 1,000 mL intake. Which of the following interventions is a priority for the nurse at this time?
1. Apply a condom catheter.
2. Assess for bladder distention.
3. Obtain a urine specimen for culture.
4. Teach the client Kegel exercises.
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