If a client with a kidney stone has the "classic" ureteral colic, the client will describe his pain as: Select all that apply

A) Acute, intermittent
B) Diffuse over the entire lower back and legs
C) Excruciating
D) In the flank and upper outer quadrant of the abdomen


Ans: A, C, D
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The symptoms of renal colic are caused by stones 1 to 5 mm in diameter that can move into the ureter and obstruct flow. Classic ureteral colic is manifested by acute, intermittent, and excruciating pain in the flank and upper outer quadrant of the abdomen on the affected side. The pain may radiate to the lower abdominal quadrant, bladder area, perineum, or scrotum in the man. The pain is usually not described as diffuse and over the entire low back and legs.

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