The nurse performs a physical examination on a client diagnosed with acute pyelonephritis to assist in determining which of the following?
A) Abnormalities in urine
B) Location of discomfort
C) Elevated calcium levels
D) Structural defects in the kidneys
B
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The physical examination of a client with pyelonephritis helps the nurse determine the location of discomfort and signs of fluid retention, such as peripheral edema or shortness of breath. Observing and documenting the characteristics of the client's urine helps the nurse detect abnormalities in the urine. Laboratory blood tests reveal elevated calcium levels, whereas radiography and ultrasonography depict structural defects in the kidneys.
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