A nurse is inserting an indwelling urinary catheter for a female client who recently had abdominal surgery. After inserting the catheter approximately 5 cm, no urine returns. Which explanation best describes why this may occur?
- The catheter balloon has been inflated prematurely, blocking urine flow.
- The catheter tip is likely resting in the vaginal opening rather than the urethra.
- The client's bladder is completely empty and there is no urine to drain.
- The drainage tubing is kinked, preventing urine from reaching the collection bag.