A pediatric client presents to the emergency department with acute abdominal pain followed by anorexia and nausea. The nurse suspects appendicitis. Upon palpation, the nurse anticipates identifying pain localized in which area(s) of the abdomen? Select all that apply.

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Pain from appendicitis typically starts in the periumbilical area and later localizes to the right lower quadrant as the inflammation progresses.

A Pediatric Client Presents to the Emergency Department with Acute