A male patient is admitted for renal colic. When conducting this patient's physical assessment, on which area should the nurse focus to determine the type and amount of pain? Select all that apply.
A. Bladder
B. Flank
C. Umbilicus
D. Urethra
E. Testes
Ans:
A. Bladder
B. Flank
D. Urethra
E. Testes
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