A female client is admitted to the hospital with a complaint of abdominal pain that originates in the umbilical region and radiates to the right lower quadrant. The primary health care provider has ordered a urinalysis. How will this help the primary health care provider in diagnosing the client's condition?

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A urinalysis can reveal the presence of bacteria, red and white blood cells, and other substances that may indicate an infection or inflammation in the urinary tract. This can help rule out the possibility of a kidney stone or pyelonephritis, both of which can cause abdominal pain that radiates to the right lower quadrant. It does not help in ruling out the other conditions listed.

A Female Client Is Admitted to the Hospital with a Complaint