What are the signs and symptoms of stones in the urinary system? (Mark all that apply.)
A) Pain
B) Edema
C) Anuria
D) Obstruction
E) Infection
Ans: B, D, E
Feedback: Signs and symptoms of stones in the urinary system depend on the presence of obstruction, infection, and edema. Pain can be a sign or symptom of many disease processes, but is not considered a sign or symptom of stones in the urinary system. Anuria would not occur with stones in the urinary system unless both ureters are blocked by stones.
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