A nurse is assessing a pregnant client for right-sided flank pain.The nurse explains to the client that this type of pain is a common symptom of pyelonephritis in the pregnant client because of:

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The position of the uterus in the abdomen can compress the right ureter, which can cause right-sided flank pain in pregnant clients with pyelonephritis. This can also increase the risk of developing urinary tract infections in pregnant clients. Temporary suspension of urine output, nausea and vomiting, and a colicky large intestine are not specific symptoms of pyelonephritis in pregnant clients.

A Nurse Is Assessing a Pregnant Client for Right-Sided Flank