A pediatric client presents to the emergency department with acute abdominal pain followed by anorexia and nausea. The nurse suspects appendicitis
Upon palpation, the nurse anticipates identifying pain localized in which area(s) of the abdomen? Select all that apply. a. costovertebral angle c. left lower quadrant
b. right lower quadrant d. periumbilical area
B, D
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Correct The pain associated with appendicitis typically is localized at the periumbilical area, gradually migrating to the right lower quadrant.
The pain associated with appendicitis typically is localized at the periumbilical area, gradually migrating to the right lower quadrant.
Incorrect The pain of appendicitis is not associated with discomfort in the costovertebral angle.
The pain of appendicitis is not associated with discomfort in the left lower quadrant.
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