A client with a foley catheter has orders to have the catheter removed. Which of the following actions by the nurse demonstrates appropriate removal of the foley?
Pull gently on the catheter until meeting resistance, deflate the balloon, drain the catheter bag, and remove the catheter.
Assist the client to a supine position, drain the catheter bag, deflate the balloon entirely, and remove the catheter.
Assist the client to a left lateral position, deflate 3 ml from the foley catheter balloon, and remove the catheter.
Push the catheter in slightly, deflate the balloon entirely, remove the foley catheter, and drain the catheter bag.
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