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The client was recently admitted to the hospital with left lower quadrant pain. The client states, "It feels like my belly is cramping." During the focused interview, the client admitted to experiencing a significant amount of occupational stress. Guarding is noted during the abdominal examination. The nurse reviews the medical record (see chart below) and concludes that the client has developed a diverticulitis. Which client statement supports this conclusion by the nurse?
Urinary Retention
A health issue where a person cannot fully or partially void their bladder.
Urinary Catheter
A tube inserted into the bladder to provide continuous urinary drainage.
Diuretic Medication
Medications designed to increase the amount of water and salt expelled from the body as urine, commonly used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention.
Urinary Incontinence
The involuntary leakage of urine, indicating a loss of bladder control that can range from mild to severe.
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