The postpartum client is suspected of having acute cystitis. Which symptoms would the nurse expect to see in this client? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. High fever
2. Frequency
3. Suprapubic pain
4. Chills
5. Nausea and vomiting
2, 3
Explanation: 2. Frequency is characteristic of acute cystitis.
3. Suprapubic pain is characteristic of acute cystitis.
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