Renal Calculus

Renal Calculus ( 54 Questions)

A nurse is assessing a client with suspected renal calculus. Which of the following symptoms is most indicative of kidney stone pain?


Correct Answer: B

A) Sharp, stabbing pain in the lower abdomen is not typically associated with kidney stones. Kidney stone pain is usually felt in the back and flank regions of the body.

B) This is the correct answer. The pain caused by kidney stones is often described as a dull ache in the upper back and flank region, usually on the affected side where the kidney is located.

C) Burning sensation during urination is more commonly associated with urinary tract infections or inflammation of the urethra, not kidney stones.

D) Constant, generalized abdominal discomfort is not a specific symptom of kidney stones. Kidney stone pain is usually more localized to the back and flank regions.




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