Treatment
Treatment must be initiated quickly to prevent complications.
Remain in a sitting position, but do a pressure release immediately. You may transfer yourself to bed, but always keep your head elevated.
Since a full bladder is the most common cause, check the urinary drainage system. If you have a Foley or suprapubic catheter, check the following:
Is your drainage full?
Is there a kink in the tubing?
Is the drainage bag at a higher level than your bladder?
Is the catheter plugged?