Which of the following pain descriptions would lead the nurse to suspect the client is experiencing ureteral colic?
A) Right upper quadrant pain that worsens with deep breaths and palpation
B) Excruciating pain in the flank and upper outer quadrant of the abdomen that radiates to the bladder area
C) Pain described as \"fire poking in their side,\" pulsating with every heart beat but decreases when in fetal position
D) Perineal pain that increases when urinating and then lessens until the time to urinate again
Ans:
B
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Classic ureteral colic is manifested by acute, intermittent, and excruciating pain in the flank and upper outer quadrant of the abdomen on the affected side. The pain may radiate to the lower abdominal quadrant, bladder area, perineum, or scrotum in the man.
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