A 22-year-old woman presents with left-sided lower abdominal pain. She reports that her last menstrual cycle ended approximately 10 days ago. Her blood pressure is normal and she rates the pain as 6 on a scale of 10. You should:

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The woman's symptoms suggest a possible gynecological issue and palpating the abdomen can help identify any tenderness or swelling in the area. Administering oxygen and withholding pain medication are not necessary based on the given information, and looking for vaginal bleeding alone may not provide enough information to make a diagnosis.

A 22-Year-Old Woman Presents with Left-Sided Lower Abdominal Pain