The nurse explains that the non-urinary manifestations that frequently accompany urinary diseases are
a. blurred vision and nystagmus.
b. disorientation and insomnia.
c. joint pain and stiffness.
d. nausea, vomiting, and anorexia.
D
Gastrointestinal (GI) manifestations (e.g., nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) occur with many urinary disorders.
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