SCENARIOUse this scenario to answer the following question(s).A 47-year-old male was walking across the street when he was struck by an oncoming car. You find him conscious and alert. Your partner has taken spinal restriction, and you ensure that he has no compromise to the airway or circulation. He complains of abdominal pain, back pain, and pain in his left leg. You explain that the ambulance is on the way, and you begin a more detailed exam.The patient indicates considerable pain over the upper outer portion of the left side of his abdomen. You describe this pain as being in the ________ of the patient's body.

A. LUQ
B. RUQ
C. LLQ
D. RLQ


Answer: A

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