Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Simulated
A nurse is assessing a client who has a new diagnosis of diverticulitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Left lower quadrant pain. Diverticulitis typically presents with localized, sharp, constant pain in the left lower quadrant due to inflammation or infection of diverticula in the colon. This area is where the sigmoid colon is located, which is the most common site for diverticula formation. Right upper quadrant pain (A) is more indicative of gallbladder or liver issues. Epigastric pain (C) is commonly associated with peptic ulcers or pancreatitis. Generalized abdominal pain (D) may suggest a variety of gastrointestinal issues but is not specific to diverticulitis.