Which statements are true regarding renal colic?

a. Renal colic results in mild-to-moderate pain.
b. Pain originates in the flank area.
c. Renal colic indicates the presence of renal stones.
d. Pain radiated to the groin.
e. Renal colic indicates obstruction of the renal pelvis or proximal ureter.


Answer:
b. Pain originates in the flank area.
c. Renal colic indicates the presence of renal stones.
d. Pain radiated to the groin.
e. Renal colic indicates obstruction of the renal pelvis or proximal ureter.

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