The nurse is conducting an abdominal assessment. Which finding should the nurse realize is most likely related to a diagnosis of acute diverticulitis?
1. lower-right-quadrant pain
2. lower-left-quadrant pain
3. upper-middle abdominal pain
4. back pain and tenderness
Correct Answer: 2
Diverticulitis in the acute stage presents with changes in elimination and lower-left abdominal pain. Lower-right-quadrant pain is noted with appendicitis. Upper-middle abdominal pain is seen with acute pancreatitis. Back pain and tenderness are manifestations most commonly seen with kidney disorders.
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